By Chef Joe Muscarello
🌸 Why This Is the Perfect Mother’s Day Recipe
If you want a stress-free, restaurant-quality brunch at home, baked French toast is your best move. It’s rich, comforting, and—most importantly—you prep it the night before.
🔍 What is baked French toast?
Baked French toast is a casserole-style version of traditional French toast where bread soaks overnight in a custard mixture, then bakes in the oven until golden and fluffy.
⭐ Ingredients
- 1 loaf brioche or challah (cubed)
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- Grease a baking dish and add cubed bread
- Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt
- Pour over bread and press gently
- Cover and refrigerate overnight
- Bake at 350°F for 40–45 minutes
💡 Chef Joe’s Tips
- Use slightly stale bread for better absorption
- Add a crumb topping for texture
- Let it rest 10 minutes before serving
❓ FAQs
Can I make baked French toast ahead of time?
Yes, it’s best when prepared the night before.
What bread works best?
Brioche or challah for richness and structure.
👉 See the full Mother’s Day brunch menu here
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