How To Make The Absolute Best French Toast Casserole Recipe

Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with a generous layer of cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.

Distribute bread cubes uniformly across the bottom of the dish, ensuring even coverage.

Create a rich custard mixture by combining eggs, milk, cream, granulated and brown sugars, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl, whisking until smooth and fully integrated.

Gently pour the custard over the bread cubes, making sure every piece is thoroughly saturated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight to allow flavors to meld.

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while preheating the oven to 350°F.

Prepare the topping by blending melted butter with brown sugar, additional cinnamon, and chopped pecans to create a decadent crumble.

Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly across the surface of the chilled casserole, ensuring complete coverage.

Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the center is set with a slight wobble. The edges should be crisp and the interior custardy.