Description
Crockpot French Toast Recipe with cinnamon, vanilla, and bread – a simple, delicious breakfast everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf (16 oz/450g) brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (day-old bread works best as it absorbs more custard)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream (for extra richness)
- ⅓ cup (67g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar, or whipped cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Bread and Slow Cooker Start by liberally greasing your 6-quart slow cooker with butter or non-stick spray. For easier removal and cleanup, consider lining it with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides to use as handles later. Cut your bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside. If your bread is very fresh, spread the cubes on a baking sheet for 30 minutes to dry slightly.
- Step 2: Create the Custard Mixture In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream until well combined. Add both sugars and continue whisking until dissolved. Now incorporate the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Finally, stir in the melted butter until everything is perfectly blended into a smooth, fragrant custard.
- Step 3: Combine and Soak Add the bread cubes to the prepared slow cooker, arranging them in an even layer. Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread, making sure all pieces get evenly soaked. Gently press down with a spatula to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid. For best results, let this mixture sit for 15 minutes before cooking, occasionally pressing down to help absorption.
- Step 4: Cook to Perfection Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the center is set but still moist. The exact cooking time may vary depending on your specific slow cooker, so start checking after 2.5 hours. You’ll know your Crockpot French Toast is done when the edges look slightly crispy and golden, and a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with no liquid custard.
- Step 5: Serve and Enjoy Once cooked, turn off the heat and let your Crockpot French Toast rest for 10 minutes before serving. This resting period allows it to set properly. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries. For an extra special touch, add a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert-style French toast.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 220mg