This Overnight French Toast Casserole is the perfect, easy, make-ahead breakfast that has all of the flavors of your favorite French toast!
Overnight French Toast Casserole
I love French toast. I always have. And I love to make it, but it can be time consuming. Until now of course. Enter The Greek Yogurt Cookbook...
The Greek yogurt not only adds some protein but it also makes it creamy without all of the extra fat and calories. This overnight French toast casserole is lightened up and simple to make.
When I was writing the "Breakfast and Brunch" chapter for The Greek Yogurt Cookbook, I knew I had to make some type of French toast. Well I did, and not only is it ridiculously delicious, but it's so easy to make. Who doesn't love a dish that you can make ahead? This casserole recipe will be one that you make many times. And everyone you make it for will thank you.
I have made this for almost every special occasion in the Kelly house because it's one of those rare dishes that everyone loves!
If you are looking for some other healthy breakfast recipes, you will love these Low Carb Blueberry Scones, Chocolate Peppermint Muffins and this Cranberry Biscotti.They would be even more yummy with some Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate, Apple Chai Latte or this Chamomile Latte!
Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!
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Overnight French Toast Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 loaf stale bread
- 5 whole organic cage-free eggs
- 2 organic cage-free egg whites
- 1 cup nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- ¾ cup 100 percent pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cold butter diced
- ⅓ cup unrefined brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup minced pecans optional
Instructions
- Spray a 9" × 13" casserole dish with organic nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Tear bread into pieces and spread them throughout the casserole dish in an even layer.
- 3. In a large bowl, mix eggs, egg whites, Greek yogurt, milk, and maple syrup. Mix very well until smooth and thoroughly combined. Pour egg mixture completely over bread.
- 4. In a small bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and pecans, if using. Mix until all ingredients are combined, even if still lumpy.
- 5. Sprinkle the butter mixture on top of the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight. If cooking the same day, make sure to refrigerate at least 30 minutes before baking.
- 6. In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown and the middle of the dish is set. Serve immediately with maple syrup, if desired.
kellie+@+The+Suburban+Soapbox says
I add greek yogurt to a lot of my recipes, this one looks fantastic! Great for holidays, I can't wait to try it!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
I see that you originally posted this around the holidays - but what a great idea for those crazy back to school mornings too!
Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
I am loving this french toast! We don't eat it that much because it can take quite a bit of time out of a busy morning. This is the perfect solution!
lauren.kelly says
Thank you!
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says
I love the way you've lightened up this dish. This is a good one to save and make for holiday guests!
lauren.kelly says
Yes I make this for Christmas every year Valerie!
Cookin+Canuck says
I can't tell you how much I love that this is made with yogurt! This is something that I'm bookmarking for when my family visits at Christmastime.
lauren.kelly says
Hope you like it Dara!
The Food Hunter says
I am going to need to get a copy of that cookbook! this sounds wonderful
lauren.kelly says
Thanks Theresa!
Tasha @thatssoyummy says
There is something so comforting at waking up in the morning not having to worry about breakfast but knowing that you have a french toast casserole calling your name. Great recipe!
lauren.kelly says
Thank you!
brenda@sugarfreemom says
I love easy bake breakfasts like this and love your updated pics!
lauren.kelly says
Thanks Brenda 🙂
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
I love French toast too, and a make-ahead version is great for weekends with house guests! I've never made it with Greek yogurt before. Love the nutritious boost it gives!
lauren.kelly says
Thanks Katie!
Kelly+@+Nosh+and+Nourish says
I'm still debating what to make for Christmas morning... this is high up on my list, though!!! YUM.
Nutmeg Nanny says
This makes getting up and easy super easy to do! I love that you threw in Greek yogurt as well...sounds great!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I love Greek yogurt in all things! Great idea to use it in this casserole. What a yummy breakfast.
Sandy says
Can you use regular brown sugar?
lauren says
Instead of the maple syrup? It might have a different texture, I've never tried it. I am sure it would still taste great, let me know how you like it 🙂 Thanks Sandy!
Judith says
Flour? What am I missing here? I went to this site for wheat-free recipes.
lauren says
Hi Judith! I did write a wheat-free cookbook, but not all my recipes are wheat-free. This recipe is actually from another cookbook I wrote, The Greek Yogurt Cookbook. You can easily make this gluten and whet free by using gluten free AP flour and gluten free bread. Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy O'Neill says
I bought several copies of The Greek Yogurt Cookbooks to give as Christmas gifts and my husband made the Overnight French Toast Casserole on Christmas Eve. On Christmas morning he baked it and it was a hit with my family!! The only downside was there were NO leftovers. I am looking forward to trying more recipes this week.
lauren says
YAY!! I also made the Overnight French Toast Casserole for Christmas morning and no leftovers here either 😉 Thanks os much for letting me know Kathy, you made my day!