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Vegan French Toast Casserole

Vegan French Toast Casserole for an Easy Brunch Delight

Indulge in this Vegan French Toast Casserole, a crowd-pleasing delight perfect for brunch that combines rich flavors and effortless preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 246
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf Stale Bread Vegan brioche, French, Italian, or sourdough
  • 2 cups Dairy-Free Milk Unsweetened soy milk preferred
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp Cornstarch Or swap with ground flax or chia seeds
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice can be alternatives
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1/2 tsp Black Salt (Kala Namak) Optional but recommended
For the Pecan Crumble
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Butter Coconut oil can be an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Enhances the crumble flavor

Equipment

  • 11 x 6 inch casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Bread: Cut stale bread into 1-inch cubes or thick slices and set aside.
  2. Make Custard: Whisk dairy-free milk, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and black salt until smooth; let thicken for 5 minutes.
  3. Assemble Casserole: Grease dish and layer bread pieces, pour custard mixture over, let soak for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  4. Prepare Crumble: Mix flour, chopped pecans, vegan butter, sugar, and cinnamon until crumbly.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), sprinkle crumble on top, and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 246kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F (180°C).

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