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Overnight Eggnog French Toast Casserole

Delicious Overnight Eggnog French Toast Casserole Recipe

This Overnight Eggnog French Toast Casserole is a festive breakfast that combines eggnog, cinnamon, and orange zest into a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 cups Challah Bread cut into cubes
  • 6 large Eggs large
  • 2 cups Eggnog opt for alcohol-free if serving kids
  • 1 cup Milk can substitute with additional eggnog
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest fresh
For the Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup Pecan Pieces chopped
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar adjust to taste
  • 4 tablespoons Melted Butter
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Homemade Whipped Cream

Equipment

  • 13x9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan and distribute the day-old challah bread cubes evenly.
  2. Whisk the Custard Mixture: In a bowl, combine eggs, eggnog, milk, orange zest, and cinnamon. Whisk until blended.
  3. Combine Bread and Custard: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and press down lightly. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  4. Preheat the Oven: On the morning of baking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and remove the plastic wrap.
  5. Add Topping (Optional): Mix pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle over the soaked bread.
  6. Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour until golden brown and set.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let cool for 10-15 minutes, cut into squares, and serve with syrup or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for utilizing leftover eggnog. Prepare the night before for a stress-free breakfast.

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