Holiday Indulgences · Kid-Approved
Overnight Orange-Almond French Toast Bake
Sweet Christmas morning made easy: brioche soaked overnight in an orange-cinnamon custard, baked golden with a crunchy almond top. No standing at the stove flipping toast.
Diet swaps
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free bread, wraps or buns.
- Dairy-free: Use unsweetened almond or oat milk. Use olive oil or dairy-free butter instead of butter.
Check labels on packaged foods if you have an allergy or celiac disease.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Challah or brioche, cubed
- 8 Large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups 2% milk
- 1/3 cup Pure maple syrup
- 1 Orange (zest)
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp Butter, melted
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
Directions
- Spread bread cubes in a greased 9x13 dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, maple syrup, orange zest, cinnamon and vanilla; pour over the bread, press down, cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, mix almonds, melted butter and brown sugar and sprinkle on top.
- Bake at 350°F for 40–45 minutes until puffed and golden. Serve with berries.
Calorie breakdown
Per serving: brioche 125 · eggs 56 · maple 28 · almonds 28 · milk 31 · butter & brown sugar 30 · spices 2
💡 Lighter tip: Serve with Greek yogurt and berries instead of extra syrup.
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