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Texas toast french toast dished on plate with powdered sugar and syrup on top.
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Texas Toast French Toast Recipe

Texas Toast French Toast is a sweet make-ahead breakfast bake with thick bread, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and vanilla custard.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Refrigerate4 hours
Total Time4 hours 50 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 5
Author: Kristyn Merkley

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 (24-ounce) loaf Texas toast, with crust trimmed off, optional
  • 4 eggs
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Melt butter. Add brown sugar and mix well. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Add a layer of Texas toast and cut the toast as needed to fit the pan. In a small bowl mix 4 tablespoons brown sugar and 3 teaspoons cinnamon. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla.
  • Pour half of the egg mixture over the Texas toast and sprinkle half of the brown sugar & cinnamon on top.
  • Add another layer of Texas Toast. Spread a thin layer of softened butter over the bread.
  • Top with the remaining egg mixture and the remaining cinnamon & sugar mixture.
  • Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours before baking.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Notes

Recipe tips.
    • Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard more evenly than fresh bread.
    • You can leave the crust on, but crust-free looks prettier.
    • Avoid very soft or delicate breads that may fall apart during soaking or baking.
    • This casserole bakes best in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
    Optional toppings fresh berries, Homemade Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup, Buttermilk Syrup
    Make ahead. Prepare as directed cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before baking. You can also cover it again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and set on the counter for about 30 minutes before baking.
    Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or freezer for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 8g | Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 876IU | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 1mg