Baked Cinnamon French Toast Recipe (2024)

Our Cinnamon French Toast Recipe is the perfect make-ahead brunch option that’s sure to impress guests and be a hit with the whole family! Made with thick-cut bread soaked in a fragrant mixture of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this dish is a sweet and satisfying way to start the day.

Plus, this French toast can easily be personalized with your family’s favorite toppings like fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream!

Why We Love This Cinnamon French Toast Recipe

With recipes like Sheet Pan French Toast, Cannoli Baked French Toast, and more, it’s no secret we’re huge fans of this classic breakfast. We love to play with different flavor combinations and ways to make it, and this cinnamon French toast might just be our favorite!

• It’s made with minimal ingredients you probably already have on hand.
• You can prepare it in advance for an easy breakfast or brunch.
• Soaked in an egg mixture and coated with sweet cinnamon sugar, this recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you full!

Cinnamon French Toast Ingredients

As mentioned, we created this recipe using pantry staples. That means you can whip it up any time! But be sure to double-check the list below so you don’t have to run to the store in the middle of making your French toast.

• Bread – We prefer Brioche bread, but Challah, sourdough, or any thick-cut loaf will work.

• Eggs – You can’t have French toast without eggs! Make sure you have plenty on hand.

• Milk – For the richest taste, we use whole milk. However, any percentage you have is fine. You could even swap it out for plant-based milk if you prefer.

• Vanilla Extract – For the best flavor, we strongly recommend using real vanilla extract instead of imitation kinds. Trust us, it’s worth the splurge.

• Cinnamon and Nutmeg – When combined, these spices create a sweet, slightly savory, totally irresistible explosion of flavor.

• Salt – It might seem strange to include salt in a sweet recipe, but it helps to elevate the rest of the ingredients, making them even more delicious.

• Sugar – You’ll need both granulated and brown sugar for this recipe.

• Butter – Butter helps prevent the bread from sticking to the baking dish and allows the cinnamon sugar mixture to cling to the French toast. Not to mention, it’s super tasty! If you don’t want to use butter, you could swap it out for mascarpone instead

Optional Add-Ins

While we think this cinnamon French toast recipe is perfect just the way it is, feel free to take it up a notch with some extra ingredients! Here are a few of our favorite add-ins to elevate your brunch game:

• Fresh Berries

• Thinly Sliced Apples

• Chocolate Chips

How Do You Make French Toast with Cinnamon?

This cinnamon French toast couldn’t be easier to make! Here’s how:

1. Combine the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, spices, and salt in a large bowl.
2. Spread the butter on the bread, and sprinkle brown sugar on top.
3. Layer two pieces of bread at a time.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the bread in a baking dish.
5. Refrigerate for up to 2 hours or overnight.
6. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 35-40 minutes.
7. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and syrup, and enjoy!

How Do I Prevent French Toast From Being Too Soggy?

If your French toast is soggy, it’s most often because there was too much liquid for the bread to absorb. Simply reduce the heat of the oven, and let it bake longer!

Can I Make this Baked Cinnamon French Toast Recipe Ahead of Time?

If you’re looking for an easy make-ahead meal, you’re in luck! One of our favorite things about this recipe is that there are several ways to make it.

For a quick meal: Combine your ingredients, and pop your baking dish in the oven right away. It’ll still be good just not quite as thick and flavorful.

For easy baking: Prepare all of the ingredients, and store your french toast covered in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Then, just bake it, as usual, the next day.

For meal prep: Follow the recipe instructions. Then, store your baked french toast in the fridge for up to 5 days. Or, keep it in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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• Breakfast croissants meet French toast with this Berry Stuffed French Toast recipe! It’s full of fresh berries and soft cream cheese for out-of-this-world flavor.
• This Skillet French Toast is the easiest breakfast recipe you’ll ever make.
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• Made in the air fryer, Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Buns will be your new favorite recipe.