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Vegan French Toast Casserole

Deliciously Easy Vegan French Toast Casserole for Brunch Fun

This Vegan French Toast Casserole is a cozy, indulgent dish, perfect for brunches using simple pantry staples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 450 g Stale Bread Use vegan brioche for added richness.
  • 2 cups Dairy-Free Milk Unsweetened soy milk is preferred.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a great substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch or Ground Flax/Chia Seeds Cornstarch keeps the color bright.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to try nutmeg instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Essential for flavor integrity.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Salt Gives an egg-like taste; optional.
Optional Pecan Crumble Topping
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Adds structure to the topping.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Substitute with seeds if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter Binds the topping ingredients.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar Contributes sweetness to the crumble.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances the flavor of the crumble mixture.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • casserole dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Cut stale bread into 1-inch cubes or slices.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine dairy-free milk, brown sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and black salt. Whisk well and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Grease an 11x6 inch casserole dish. Scatter or press bread evenly in the dish, then pour custard mixture over the top.
  4. Let the casserole soak for at least 30 minutes. For optimal flavor, refrigerate overnight.
  5. Prepare the optional topping by mixing flour, chopped nuts, vegan butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  6. After soaking, sprinkle the topping over the casserole and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly before serving warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This casserole can be made a day in advance for convenience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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