Baked French Toast: French Toast Casserole (Overnight)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while powdered milk is a cost-effective substitute.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while honey is often cheaper.

Prepare for breakfast by gathering ingredients for baked French toast.

Use Texas toast and cut the crust off, then set aside.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 stick of melted butter until mixed well.

Spread the brown sugar and butter mixture in the bottom of a casserole dish to create a base layer.

Whisk together 4 eggs, 1 tablespoon of vanilla, and 1 1/2 cups of milk in a separate bowl.

Layer the Texas toast in the casserole dish, cutting pieces to fit as needed.

Pour about half of the egg mixture over the first layer of bread.

Sprinkle cinnamon over the first layer of bread and custard mixture.

Sprinkle powdered sugar over the first layer of bread.

Add a second layer of Texas toast on top of the first layer.

Pour the remaining egg mixture over the second layer of bread.

Sprinkle cinnamon and brown sugar on top of the second layer to create a crust.

Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F.

Bake the casserole for 45 to 50 minutes, checking for doneness.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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