Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg

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A rich and custardy French toast bake soaked in spiced eggnog and topped with a dusting of nutmeg, perfect for a comforting Christmas brunch. This american-inspired christmas ready in about 65 minutes pairs French bread cubes, large eggs, eggnog for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves 8 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
  2. Step 2: Spread 8 cups of French bread cubes evenly in the prepared dish.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together 10 large eggs, 3 cups eggnog, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Pour the eggnog mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing them gently down to soak well.
  5. Step 5: Cover the dish tightly with foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  6. Step 6: Remove the foil and bake uncovered at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Step 7: Let cool for 10 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep french bread cubes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Eggnog French Toast Bake with Nutmeg?

American christmas like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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