Crockpot French Toast Casserole
This delicious Crockpot French Toast Casserole is a perfect breakfast dish that is both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. It's ideal for weekend brunches or holiday mornings.
Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 240 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 255 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare Bread: Grease the crockpot and place the cubed French bread inside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine Mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top and drizzle with melted butter.
- Cook: Cover and set the crockpot to low heat. Cook for 4 hours or until the casserole is set and cooked through.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit if desired.
Tips
- Use day-old bread for better texture and absorption.
- Check the casserole at 3.5 hours to ensure it doesn't overcook.
- For added flavor, consider adding a handful of raisins or dried cranberries.
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