Here’s a super easy Dump-and-Bake French Toast Casserole—no fancy steps, just mix, pour, and bake. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or when you want something cozy without effort.
🍞 Dump & Bake French Toast Casserole
🧾 Ingredients:
Base:
- 6–8 slices bread (stale or fresh, cubed)
- 4 eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk (or cream for richer texture)
- ½ cup sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins:
- Raisins or chopped dates
- Apple slices or banana
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
Topping (optional but delicious):
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Dump everything:
- Place bread cubes in a greased baking dish
- Sprinkle any add-ins on top
2. Mix & pour:
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt
- Pour evenly over the bread
- Press lightly so bread soaks up the mixture
3. Optional topping:
- Mix melted butter + brown sugar + cinnamon
- Drizzle over the top for a caramelized crust
4. Bake:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden and set
- Center should be soft but not watery
🍽️ Serve with:
- Maple syrup or honey
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh fruit
- Yogurt or whipped cream
🔥 Tips:
- Stale bread works best (absorbs more custard)
- For extra richness, replace half the milk with cream
- Let it sit 10 minutes after baking so it sets properly
If you want, I can give you:
- A chocolate version (dessert-style French toast bake)
- A savory egg & cheese casserole version
- Or a budget Pakistani-style tea-time twist ☕
