How do I make a stuffed french toast casserole?

Take your French Toast Casserole to the next level by stuffing it with delightful fillings. Every bite is a surprise!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a stuffed French Toast Casserole. Items include: loaf of bread eggs milk vanilla extract salt delightful fillings (cream cheese, strawberries, Nutella, bacon, etc.)

loaf of bread 1
eggs 6
milk 2 cups
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
salt a pinch
delightful fillings (cream cheese, strawberries, Nutella, bacon, etc.) as desired

Take note
Handle your excitement carefully while preparing this dish. The surprise fillings have been known to cause uncontrollable bursts of joy.

1

Prepare the French Toast mixture

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. This mixture will be the base of your French Toast Casserole.

2

Cut and stuff the bread slices

Take a loaf of your favorite bread and slice it into thick pieces. Make a pocket in each slice by cutting a slit through the center, but not all the way through. Then stuff each pocket with your choice of delightful fillings such as cream cheese, strawberries, Nutella, or bacon. Get creative!

3

Arrange the stuffed bread in a casserole dish

Lightly grease a casserole dish and arrange the stuffed bread slices in a single layer. Make sure to pack them tightly to fit as many as possible.

4

Pour the French Toast mixture over the bread

Pour the prepared French Toast mixture over the stuffed bread slices in the casserole dish. Use a spatula to gently press down on each slice, ensuring they soak up the mixture.

5

Let it soak, refrigerate, and preheat the oven

Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This allows the bread to soak up the flavors. Before baking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

6

Bake to golden perfection

Remove the plastic wrap from the casserole dish and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fillings are oozing with deliciousness. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.

7

Serve and enjoy!

Once baked, remove the stuffed French Toast Casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into generous portions, and offer a side of maple syrup or whipped cream for extra decadence. Now, it's time to dig in and savor the surprise in every bite!