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Instant Pot French Toast Casserole

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A delicious and easy breakfast casserole perfect for feeding a crowd or a cozy weekend brunch.

Ingredients

Bread and Pecans

  • 8 cups Stale/Day-Old Bread, (lg cubed (brioche, French, etc.))
  • 0.25 cups Chopped Pecans

Custard Mixture

  • 5 lg Eggs
  • 2.5 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1.5 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Orange Zest (optional)
  • 0.125 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter
  • 2.5 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 0.75 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • Pinch Salt

Instructions 

  • Spray or butter a 1.5 to 2 quart dish and set aside.
  • Place bread cubes and pecans in a bowl, toss to combine.
  • Whisk eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, orange zest, and salt until well combined.
  • Pour custard over bread, gently press to absorb, then transfer to prepared dish.

Notes

Use day-old bread for best absorption. Adjust cooking time as needed.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Brunch, French toast