Description
This Eggnog French Toast Bake is the ultimate holiday breakfast casserole, featuring rich brioche, creamy eggnog, warm spices, and a buttery streusel topping. Perfect for Christmas morning or any festive brunch, this make-ahead French toast bake is easy to prepare and bursting with cozy holiday flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
For the French Toast:
- 1 loaf brioche or challah, cut into cubes
- 1 1/2 cups eggnog
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and add the cubed bread.
- Mix custard: In a bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread and let soak for 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor).
- Make the streusel: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Bake: Sprinkle streusel over the soaked bread and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream, maple syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra indulgence!
Notes
- Make it ahead: Assemble the night before and bake fresh in the morning.
- For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel.
- For a boozy twist, mix 1 tablespoon of rum or bourbon into the custard.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Holiday Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
