Description
This Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole is a soft, sweet, and comforting breakfast dish made with chunks of bread soaked in a rich cinnamon-vanilla custard. Slowly cooked to perfection, it turns golden, fluffy, and slightly crispy on top—perfect for brunch, holidays, or lazy mornings.
Ingredients
1 loaf French bread or brioche (cut into chunks)
4 large eggs
1½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)
½ cup sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
2 tbsp butter (melted)
Optional toppings:
Maple syrup 🍁
Powdered sugar
Fresh berries 🍓
Nuts
Instructions
1. Prepare bread
Cut bread into chunks
Place into greased slow cooker
2. Make custard
In a bowl, whisk:
Eggs
Milk
Cream
Sugar
Vanilla
Cinnamon & nutmeg
3. Combine
Pour mixture over bread
Gently press bread so it absorbs liquid
4. Add butter
Drizzle melted butter on top
5. Cook
Low: 3–4 hours
High: 2–2.5 hours
👉 Until set and slightly golden
6. Serve
Serve warm with maple syrup, berries, or powdered sugar
Servings
Serves: 6–8 people
Time
Prep: 10–15 minutes
Cook: 2–4 hours
Notes
Slightly stale bread works best
Brioche makes it richer and softer
Don’t overcook or it may dry out
Tips
Add cream cheese cubes for extra richness 🧀
Mix in chocolate chips or raisins
Use brown sugar for deeper flavor
Let it sit 10 minutes before serving
Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
Calories: ~350 kcal
Carbs: ~40 g
Protein: ~10 g
Fat: ~15 g
Benefits
Energy-rich breakfast
Comfort food for family meals
Customizable with toppings
Great for meal prep / gatherings
Q&A
Q1: Can I make it overnight?
Yes! Prep and refrigerate, then cook in morning.
Q2: Can I use other bread?
Yes, challah, sandwich bread, or croissants.
Q3: Can I make it dairy-free?
Use almond milk and skip cream.
Q4: Why is it soggy?
Too much liquid or undercooked.
Q5: Can I reheat it?
Yes, microwave or oven works fine.