Description
Eggnog French Toast Bake delivers a festive, custard‑soaked bread casserole perfect for holiday mornings. Combining soft cubed bread with a rich mixture of eggs, creamy eggnog, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then topping with a buttery brown‑sugar crumble creates a golden, crunchy finish. Serves eight, this easy bake offers a warm, spiced aroma and a satisfying texture that makes brunch gatherings unforgettable. Pair it with fresh berries, maple syrup, or a hot coffee for a holiday breakfastjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, eggnog, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar until smooth.
- Add cubed bread, stir gently, and let soak 15 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to prepared dish.
- Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and nuts; sprinkle over top.
- Bake 45‑50 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- toast bread cubes before soaking. Substitute nuts with seeds if desired. Can be assembled night before for a make‑ahead option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Eggnog French Toast Bake, easy holiday breakfast, french toast bake recipe, eggnog breakfast ideas, festive brunch recipes, holiday brunch ideas, breakfast casserole, quick breakfast bake, how to make eggnog french toast, best french toast bake, holiday breakfast casserole