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Easy Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole

Easy Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole

Easy Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole is a game-changer for busy mornings, transforming a classic breakfast into a hands-off, incredibly delicious meal. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to simplify their weekend brunch or weekday breakfast routine without sacrificing flavor or that comforting French toast taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf (16 ounces) brioche, challah, or French bread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Butter or cooking spray for greasing the slow cooker
Optional toppings

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large Bowl
  • - Baking Sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Begin by cutting your bread into 1-inch cubes. If your bread is very fresh, you can lightly toast the cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet at 300°F (150°C) for about 10-15 minutes. This helps prevent them from becoming too mushy in the casserole, though it’s not strictly necessary for a delicious result.
    1 loaf (16 ounces) brioche, challah, or French bread
  2. Thoroughly grease the inside of your slow cooker insert with butter or cooking spray. This is crucial to prevent the casserole from sticking and ensure easy removal after cooking.
    Butter or cooking spray
  3. Place the bread cubes evenly in the greased slow cooker insert, filling it about two-thirds of the way full.
    1 loaf (16 ounces) brioche, challah, or French bread
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and salt until thoroughly combined and smooth. Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved.
    6 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  5. Gently pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the slow cooker. Lightly press down on the bread with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.
    1 loaf (16 ounces) brioche, challah, or French bread, 6 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt
  6. For the best flavor and texture, cover the slow cooker and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally, overnight. This allows the bread to soak up the custard, resulting in a more consistent and delicious casserole.
  7. Remove the slow cooker from the refrigerator. Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours. The French toast casserole is done when the center is set and no longer jiggly, and the top is golden brown.
  8. Once cooked, carefully remove the slow cooker insert. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before scooping out generous portions. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

If your bread is very fresh, you can lightly toast the cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet at 300°F (150°C) for about 10-15 minutes to prevent them from becoming too mushy.
Soaking the casserole overnight yields the best flavor and texture.
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