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Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole

Delicious Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole for Lazy Mornings

This Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole transforms ordinary mornings into delightful occasions with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 24 oz Brioche Bread Stale bread yields the best results.
  • 8 large Eggs Essential for creamy custard.
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Can substitute with 2% or non-dairy alternative.
  • 0.25 cup Real Maple Syrup Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Pure Vanilla Extract Use high-quality for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on personal taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Nutmeg Optional.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Packed.
  • 0.5 cup Butter Sliced.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon For topping.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup Pecans Adds texture.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease the insert of your slow cooker with nonstick spray or butter.
  2. Cube brioche bread into 1-inch pieces and layer half in the slow cooker; sprinkle pecans on top if using.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until frothy.
  4. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layered bread and pecans, stirring gently.
  5. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the topping and sprinkle over the soaked bread; dot with sliced butter.
  6. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 2.5 hours or LOW for 3 to 4 hours until the custard is set.
  7. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving; drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Choose stale brioche for the best absorption of custard, or lightly toast fresh bread. For added flavor, incorporate fruits or use different bread varieties.

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