Overnight Caramel French Toast

Overnight French Toast Casserole can be made the night before and refrigerated overnight (or at least 8 hours). The egg soaks into the bread and makes it almost like a caramel bread pudding after baking!

I could eat this overnight french toast bake for breakfast every day and be perfectly happy. It’s a serious dilemma for me at restaurants deciding what to order for breakfast — waffles, pancakes, or French toast. 9 out of 10 times I will go with the French Toast.  

My mom makes this version of it every year at Christmas. It’s perfect to make ahead and great for feeding crowds. Dust with powdered sugar, serve with fresh fruit, drizzle with maple syrup — you can’t go wrong.  Just make sure you scoop up some of that caramel goodness!

What’s Needed for Overnight French Toast Casserole? 

This is such an easy overnight french toast casserole recipe. Here’s all you’ll need to make it: 

• Brown sugar
• Light corn syrup
• Butter
• Granulated sugar
• Cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Eggs
• Milk
• Bread slices

How to Make Overnight French Toast Casserole 

1. Bring the sugars, butter, corn syrup, and cinnamon to a boil in a saucepan, stirring constantly. 
2. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. 
3. Slice the bread in half and arrange in the greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
4. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and extra cinnamon. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread. Carefully drizzle the caramel mixture over the top.
5. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
6. Remove from the refrigerator while preheating the oven to 350°F. 
7. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.

What’s the Best Bread for French Toast Casserole? 

You can use any bread you’d like for this caramel french toast bake. I prefer using a thicker sliced bread from the supermarket, but you can also make this more gourmet by using challah or brioche bread. 

Tips for Making Overnight French Toast Bake 

• I prefer using mostly brown sugar in this recipe as it makes the sauce more caramel-y. If you use all granulated sugar, the sauce will be super sweet without much flavor. 
• Be sure to cut the bread slices in half before placing them in the pan. This way you can make two rows of bread. 
• Once the french toast casserole has been baked, it’s best enjoyed immediately. Top with syrup, whipped cream, or pecans. 

More Christmas Breakfast Recipes:

• Fluffy Homemade Waffles
• Small Batch Cream Cheese Danish 
• Best Ever Homemade Pancakes
• Easy Sticky Buns
• Pumpkin Pancakes