Maple Raisin French Toast Casserole Recipe
Start your morning on a sweet note with our irresistible Maple Raisin French Toast Casserole recipe. This delightful dish combines the comforting flavors of maple syrup, raisins, and bacon, resulting in a breakfast casserole that will charm your taste buds and leave you craving for more. The best part? It's incredibly easy to make! Let's dive into the recipe and discover the magic of this delectable breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of cubed bread
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 8 slices of crumbled bacon
- 1 cup raisins
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup maple syrup
- extra 1/2 cup maple syrup to pour over the top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and the 1 cup of maple syrup. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the cubed bread to the mixture, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Allow the bread to soak for about 10 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
- Gently fold in the raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Spread the crumbled bacon all over the top of the mixture.
- Drizzle the remaining maple syrup over the top of the casserole.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 - 45 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.