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Vegan French Toast Casserole

Vegan French Toast Casserole: A Cozy Brunch Favorite

Indulge in Vegan French Toast Casserole, a delightful and easy brunch dish combining simple ingredients into a comforting masterpiece.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Soak Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf Stale Bread French, Italian, or challah
  • 2 cups Dairy-Free Milk Unsweetened soy milk preferred
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch/Flax/Chia Seeds Custard powder can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can be added for variation
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Black Salt Regular salt can be used if unavailable
For the Pecan Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Butter Coconut oil is a good substitute
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans

Equipment

  • Casserole Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Chop stale loaf of bread into 1-inch cubes or slice into 1-inch thick pieces. Set aside.
  2. Whisk together dairy-free milk, brown sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and black salt in a large mixing bowl until well combined. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  3. For the cubed method, grease casserole dish, scatter bread cubes evenly, and pour custard over the bread. Gently press down for even soaking.
  4. For the sliced method, press bread slices into the greased casserole dish, pour custard over, and ensure it seeps between slices. Let soak for a moment.
  5. Allow the casserole to soak for at least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight.
  6. To prepare the topping, combine all-purpose flour, vegan butter, and chopped pecans in a bowl until crumbly.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Sprinkle topping over casserole and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool briefly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Using stale bread maximizes custard absorption. Soaking overnight enhances flavor and texture. Adjust baking time as needed for your oven.

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