This Overnight French Toast Bake is cozy, cinnamony and so very comforting! It's a great way to use up a day-old baguette and makes for a delicious brunch recipe to please a crowd.
Overnight French Toast Bake [Vegan]
Serves
12
Cooking Time
40
Ingredients
For the French Toast Bake:
- 1 baguette about 10 cups) preferably one-day-old
For the Custard:
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 ounces)
- 14 ounces silken tofu (1 block)
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
For the Crumble topping:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1/4 cup pecans chopped
- 1 apple thinly sliced (optional)
Preparation
- Cut day-old baguette into bite-sized squares. You can also use a fresh baguette, spread the pieces onto a baking tray, and let “dry out” for at least 2 hours.
- Combine the coconut milk, tofu, coconut sugar, butter, corn starch, vanilla, and cinnamon in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer bread bites to a large rectangular 8 x 11-inch baking dish; pour in the creamy custard and gently press down with your hands to soak everything. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and vegan butter. Massage with your fingertips to create a crumble texture. Sprinkle in the pecans and mix again.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping over the French toast casserole and tuck sliced apples into the nooks and crannies if using. Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden on top.
- Let cool slightly, cut into squares, and serve with maple syrup.
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I made this for Xmas day. It was okay. Don’t think I’ll make it again. Texture was a bit weird.