What is one common mistake when preparing French toast?

Using fresh, soft bread that hasn’t had time to dry out can cause soggy casserole. Use stale or toasted bread instead.

How to make French toast more interesting?

Add mix-ins like cream cheese cubes, flavored extracts, or seasonal fruit. Don’t forget toppings like caramel drizzle or toasted nuts.

Savory meats, fruit salads, scrambled eggs, and breakfast potatoes make great sides.

Too much liquid or undercooked center can cause sogginess. Use less custard or increase cook time slightly.

A cozy and decadent Crockpot French Toast Casserole—perfectly soft on the inside, topped with buttery cinnamon sugar and crunchy pecans.

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Grease the inside of your Crockpot with nonstick spray or butter.
Cube the stale Brioche bread and add to the Crockpot.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes, gently pressing down to soak.
Sprinkle chopped pecans on top (if using).
In a small bowl, mix together the topping ingredients: sliced butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Scatter evenly over the casserole.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until set and golden on top.
Serve warm with extra maple syrup if desired.

Perfect for holiday mornings or weekend brunch. You can prep it the night before and start it in the morning!

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