Description
Indulge in a delightful start to your day with Overnight Syrup-On-The-Bottom French Toast. This easy-to-make breakfast casserole is prepared the night before, featuring layers of soft challah bread soaked in a rich, sweet syrup. Perfect for busy mornings or festive brunches, this recipe promises to impress family and friends alike. With its delectable combination of flavors and impressive presentation, this dish transforms your breakfast routine into a special occasion. Simply bake it in the morning and enjoy the warmth of homemade goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 pound challah bread (sliced)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, softened butter, corn syrup, milk, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring constantly. Pour the syrup into the prepared dish.
- Arrange the challah slices neatly in the casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until combined.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices.
- Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake covered for 40 minutes.
- Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon over the top, then bake uncovered for an additional 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg