French Toast Forest Casserole

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Delicious French Toast Forest Casserole recipe for breakfast or brunch

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

40 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

382

Sugar

33g

Fat

10g

French Toast Forest Casserole is a twist on the classic French toast. It's a delicious and hearty casserole that's perfect for breakfast or brunch. The bread cubes are soaked in a sweet and flavorful egg mixture that's enriched with apricot jam and cinnamon. It's a great way to use up stale bread that would otherwise go to waste. This casserole can be made in advance and refrigerated overnight, making it a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. It's simple to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Cut the bread slices into cubes and place them in a 9x13 baking dish.
3.	In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, apricot jam, 1/2 cup of sugar, and cinnamon. Pour it over the bread cubes and toss to evenly coat the bread.
4.	Sprinkle the tablespoon of sugar on top of the bread cubes.
5.	Cover the dish with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
6.	Remove the cling wrap and bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
7.	Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This French Toast Forest Casserole is easy to make, delicious, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
It can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight.

It’s a great way to use up stale bread that would otherwise go to waste.

CONS

This casserole is quite sweet and may not be suitable for those who don’t have a sweet tooth.
It’s also high in sugar due to the apricot jam and added sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole provides a good source of protein and carbohydrates. The bread provides fiber which supports digestive health.
Apricot jam contains vitamin A, which supports eye health, and antioxidants that help in reducing inflammation in the body.
Cinnamon is also rich in antioxidants that help in reducing inflammation and promoting heart health. It is also known to help with regulating blood sugar levels.

	20 slices of good quality white bread , day old
	3 eggs
	1 1/2 cups milk
	2 tablespoons apricot jam
	1/2 cup sugar
	1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
	1 tablespoon sugar