Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole
A delicious and easy gluten-free breakfast casserole perfect for brunch or weekend mornings.
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 loaf gluten-free bread (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 5 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup (or white/brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings
- pure maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, sliced peaches, toasted pecans, sliced almonds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the mixture over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like syrup, berries, or nuts.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for best results to absorb the custard.