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Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole

Heavenly Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole

Delight in this make-ahead Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole that combines comfort and flavor, perfect for breakfast gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf Brioche or challah bread Cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal for a vegan version
  • 2 cups Milk or cream Use non-dairy milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Use pure for best flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg if desired
  • 4 medium Ripe bananas
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can use non-dairy butter for dairy-free
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup Flour Whole wheat for added nutrition
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended
  • 4 tablespoons Cold butter Keep cold for crumbly texture

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Prep and Combine
  1. Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with butter. Cut your bread into bite-sized chunks and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, both sugars, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Pour custard over the bread chunks. Add chopped bananas and gently fold together until fully coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the greased dish, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
  5. In the morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and let casserole sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  6. Mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the streusel topping. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  7. Bake casserole for 35-40 minutes until center is set. Sprinkle streusel on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm, drizzled with syrup or topped with fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose stale bread for better absorption. Only use ripe bananas for maximum flavor. Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for variety.

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