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Crockpot French Toast

Overnight Crockpot French Toast Casserole Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb loaf challah or brioche, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for greasing

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  2. Butter a 6-quart slow cooker. Layer half the bread cubes, pour half the custard over, press gently. Repeat with remaining bread and custard. Press down to submerge, dot top with butter. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  3. Let the crock sit at room temperature 20 minutes. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or high for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until center is set and edges are golden.
  4. Scoop portions onto plates, drizzling with maple syrup. Serve hot.

Notes

The overnight soak time is not included in the prep time. If you’re short on time, 4 hours of soaking is the minimum, but the texture will be slightly less custardy. For extra caramelization, sprinkle a little extra brown sugar over the top before cooking.