Overnight Baked Banana French Toast Casserole
An easy overnight baked banana French toast casserole made with soft bread, ripe bananas, and a rich cinnamon-vanilla custard — perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or brunch.
Equipment
- 9x13 Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
French Toast Casserole
- 1 loaf French bread cubed
- 3 ripe bananas sliced
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Topping
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange bread cubes evenly in the dish and layer sliced bananas on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Pour egg mixture evenly over bread. Press gently to ensure all bread is soaked.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then drizzle over casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until golden and set in the center.
- Cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries. Great for holidays and weekend brunch.