Overnight French Toast Casserole

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative with a lower glycemic index.

fresh berries

🥗Healthier: frozen berries

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen berries are often more affordable and retain nutritional value.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener and often cheaper than pure maple syrup.

Melt 1 stick of butter in a skillet and let it cool slightly.

In a bowl, combine 1 cup of brown sugar with the melted butter to create a caramel layer.

Spread the brown sugar mixture evenly at the bottom of a 9x13 pan.

Cut 1.5 loaves of French baguette into cubes and place in a separate bowl.

In another bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 2 cups of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until well combined.

Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked.

Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.

Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

Prepare a strusel topping by mixing 1/2 cup of brown sugar with other ingredients (not specified in the transcript).

Sprinkle the strusel topping over the casserole before baking.

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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