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Slow Cooker French Toast

Irresistible Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole for Brunch Bliss

This Slow Cooker French Toast is a delightful breakfast option that transforms stale bread into a comforting casserole.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 24 ounces Stale Brioche Bread Perfect for soaking up the custard mixture
  • ½ cup Pecans Optional, adds a delightful crunch
  • 8 large Eggs Provides structure and custardy texture
  • 3 cups Whole Milk Can swap for 2% or non-dairy milk
  • ¼ cup Real Maple Syrup Sweetens naturally
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor and aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth and spice
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Complementary flavor
  • ½ cup Butter Sliced, for topping
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Packed for topping sweetness
For Serving
  • Warm Maple Syrup For drizzling
  • Powdered Sugar For presentation
  • Fresh Fruit Berries or sliced bananas

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease the slow cooker insert with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. Cube the stale brioche bread and layer it in the slow cooker. Add pecans if using.
  3. Whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread and gently stir.
  5. Mix brown sugar and additional cinnamon, sprinkle over the mixture, and add butter slices on top.
  6. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 2.5 hours or LOW for 3 to 4 hours until set.
  7. Let cool slightly, then serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, use stale bread that absorbs the custard well. Prepare ahead for convenience.

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