Eggnog French Toast Casserole
Eggnog french toast casserole is assembled at night and baked the next morning. Tender chunks of challah bread bake in an eggnog infused custard for an unforgettable breakfast that's perfect for the holidays!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 310kcal
Ingredients
For the french toast
- 16 ounce loaf challah bread cut into 1" cubes; see note 1
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 cup milk sub with additional eggnog if desired
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
Optional streusel topping:
- 1/2 cup pecan pieces
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Homemade whipped cream for serving; optional
Instructions
- Grease a 13x9" baking pan with cooking spray. Place the cubed bread evenly into the dish.16 ounce loaf challah bread
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, eggnog, milk, orange zest and cinnamon until well incorporated. Pour the eggnog mixture over the bread, then press the bread down into the liquid. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.8 large eggs, 2 cups eggnog, 1 cup milk, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons orange zest
- In the morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Remove the French toast from the refrigerator and remove the plastic wrap.
- Place the pecans, brown sugar and butter in a small bowl and mix until combined, then sprinkle over the top of the french toast.1/2 cup pecan pieces, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Bake in the middle rack of your oven for 50 minutes to one hour, or until golden brown and puffed in the center. If the French toast browns to quickly, cover it with foil while it continues to bake.
- Cool on a wire rack 10-15 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve with maple syrup or whipped cream. Enjoy!Homemade whipped cream
Notes
- Pro tip: Prep the bread up to a few days in advance. This recipe is great for stale bread! Sub the challah with French bread or brioche as desired.
- Total time above includes 8 hours for the French toast to soak overnight.
- No sweetener has been added to this eggnog French toast as the eggnog provides plenty of sweetness.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, maple syrup and/or homemade whipped cream. Orange sugared cranberries make it extra festive as well!
- Leftover eggnog french toast casserole keeps in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 255mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 570IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 3mg