Easy French Toast Casserole

1 . Stage

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2 . Stage

Make the French toast: Stir brown sugar and butter together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until butter is melted and sugar has dissolved, 2 to 4 minutes.

3 . Stage

Pour butter-brown sugar mixture into the prepared baking dish. Scatter French bread pieces over top in a 1 1/2- to 2-inch layer.

4 . Stage

Whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla together in a bowl until well combined. Pour over bread pieces, then press bread down with a spatula so the bread absorbs the liquid. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

5 . Stage

When ready to bake, remove French toast from the refrigerator and discard plastic wrap. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

6 . Stage

Make topping: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the French toast.

7 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes, covering with aluminum foil at any point if the top is browning too much.

8 . Stage

To serve, cut into squares and invert onto serving plates. Allrecipes