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Description
A delicious and easy-to-make breakfast casserole perfect for Christmas morning. Prep it the night before and bake it in the morning for a hassle-free treat.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place bread cubes evenly in the dish.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the mixture over the bread cubes.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and pecans on top.
- Drizzle melted butter over everything.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use stale bread for better texture.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra flavor.
- Serve with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American