French Toast Casserole and Baked Scrambled Eggs

Release date: by Brigette above June 9, 2026 | This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy here.

Here’s another one of our favorite “breakfast and dinner” recipes. My whole family loves this French Toast Casserole. Take it up a notch with the crunchy cinnamon topping! We eat it plain or with syrup, but toppings like whipped cream and berries are also delicious.

this french toast casserole It needs to be refrigerated overnight (at least 8-10 hours), but it’s super easy to mix (it literally takes 15 minutes to prepare!). I love making this with discount bread from the clearance cart at the back of Walmart.

i like to add it baked scrambled eggs This is to balance out the sweetness. And it’s also because you’re already using the oven to bake them. Plus, it’s great that you don’t have to stand up and scramble eggs on the stove. Once stirred, that’s it! I also served blueberries tonight. I got some blueberries last week for a bargain, so I’m planning on eating as many as I can before freezing the rest.

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material:

French toast casserole:

• 1 pound French or Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (Walmart) — $0.99
• 8 large eggs (Publix – $1.50 per dozen) — $1
• 1 cup of heavy whipped cream (Aldi – $4.85 for 4 cups) — $1.22
• 2 cups of milk (Aldi – $3.33 per gallon) — $0.42
• 1/4 cup brown sugar (Aldi – $1.95 for 2 pounds) — $0.11
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon (Aldi – $1.09 for 4.6 tablespoons) — $0.16
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla (Aldi – $3.85 for 2 fl oz) — $0.96

Streusel topping:

• 3 tablespoons brown sugar (Aldi – $1.95 for 2 pounds) — $0.08
• 3 tablespoons sugar (Aldi – $3.09 for 4 pounds) — $0.09
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (Aldi – $1.09 for 4.6 tablespoons) — $0.08
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons cold butter (Aldi – $0.85 per stick) — $0.22

French toast bake total: $5.33 (serves 6 or more)

Baked scrambled eggs:

• 12 large eggs (Publix – $1.50 per dozen) — $1.50
• 1 1/4 cups whole milk (Aldi – $3.33 per gallon) — $0.26
• 4 tablespoons melted and cooled butter (Aldi – $0.85 per stick) — $0.43
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• pepper, for garnishing
• Fresh herbs for garnish, if desired

Total Baked Scrambled Eggs: $2.19 (serves 6)

Served with blueberries:

• Blueberries (Sawyer’s Produce – $1.25 for 18 oz.) — $1.25

Dinner total: $8.77

How to make French toast casserole and baked scrambled eggs:

1. Follow the instructions the night before here (or as directed in the recipe card below) Prepare the casserole and streusel topping. Wrap both tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.

2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees about 1 hour before serving. bake french toast casserole Bake for 40-50 minutes or until golden brown and set.

3. While the casserole is in the oven, prepare the baked scrambled eggs according to the instructions. here.

French toast and eggs can be cooked in the oven at the same time (they cook at the same temperature), so dinner is ready at once.

4. Serve with blueberries (or other fruit of your choice) and whipped cream or syrup.

recipe

Easy French Toast Casserole and Baked Scrambled Eggs

author Brigette

course breakfast, dinner, main dish, side dish

cooking american

Preparation time 20 minutes minutes

cooking time 45 minutes minutes

French toast casserole break time 8 time time

My whole family loves this French Toast Casserole and Baked Scrambled Eggs. French toast casserole needs to be refrigerated overnight (at least 8-10 hours), but it’s super easy to throw together (it literally takes 15 minutes to prepare!). I love making this with discount bread from the clearance cart at the back of Walmart. Baked scrambled eggs are a great way to add more protein and balance out the sweetness of your casserole. Add blueberries and you’ve got a satisfying family meal for less than $10.

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French toast casserole base ingredients:

• 1- lb French or Italian bread Cut into 1-inch cubes (Walmart) — $0.99
• 8 big eggs Publix – $1.50/dozen – $1
• 1 cup thick whipped cream Aldi – $4.85 – $1.22 for 4 cups
• 2 cup milk Aldi – $3.33 per gallon – $0.42
• 1/4 cup brown sugar Aldi – $1.95 for 2 lbs – $0.11
• 2 teaspoon cinnamon Aldi – $1.09 for 4.6 tablespoons – $0.16
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla Aldi – $3.85 for 2 fl oz – $0.96

Streusel topping ingredients:

• 3 tablespoon brown sugar Aldi – $1.95 for 2 lbs – $0.08
• 3 tablespoon sugar Aldi – $3.09 for 4 lbs – $0.09
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon Aldi – $1.09 for 4.6 tablespoons – $0.08
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoon cold butter Aldi – $0.85 – $0.22 per stick.

Ingredients for baked scrambled eggs:

• 12 big eggs Publix – $1.50/dozen – $1.50
• 1 1/4 cup whole milk Aldi – $3.33 per gallon – $0.26
• 4 tablespoon butter Melt and Cool (Aldi – $0.85 per stick) — $0.43
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• pepper for service
• fresh herbs for garnish if you wish

Served with blueberries:

• 18 ounce blueberry Sawyer’s Produce – $1.25 for 18 oz – $1.25

Instructions

How to make French toast casserole:

• Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cut the bread into 1cm cubes and place in the mold.

• Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl. Add cream, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla and mix well. Pour this mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Spread the cubes and liquid in an even layer in the pan. Refrigerate overnight.

• To make the streusel topping, combine sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl. Add the cold butter and mix with a pastry blender or by hand until crumbly. Cover and refrigerate toppings separately until ready to use.

• After the casserole has set overnight (or at least 8 hours), preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Uncover the French toast casserole pan and sprinkle the toppings evenly over the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.

How to make baked scrambled eggs:

• Coat another 9×13 glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

• In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well until the mixture is well incorporated, light, airy, and pale in color. Pour into the prepared glass baking dish.

• Transfer to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 15 minutes. (It’s baked at the same temperature as the French toast casserole, so you can bake it at the same time!)

• After 15 minutes, stir while pushing in the outer edges of the egg, as the edges will cook faster. Bake for another 10 minutes or until set (time will vary depending on your oven; the eggs will set quickly towards the end, so keep an eye on them to make sure they don’t overcook and become dry).

• The eggs will continue to cook after you remove them from the oven, so remove them from the heat when they still look slightly moist.

• Garnish the eggs with freshly ground pepper and chopped fresh chives.

• Let the French toast casserole cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve with French toast casserole, baked scrambled eggs, and blueberries.

nutrition

calorie: 813kcal | carbohydrates: 62g | protein: twenty threeg | fat: 53g | Saturated fat: 28g | Polyunsaturated fats: 7g | Monounsaturated fats: 14g | Trans fat: 1g | cholesterol: 477mg | sodium: 847mg | potassium: 525mg | fiber: 4g | sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 1491IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | calcium: 227mg | iron: 3mg

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Frequently asked questions about French Toast Casserole:

Can French Toast Casserole be frozen?

yes! Store in an airtight ziplock bag or in a casserole dish with a tight-fitting lid and freeze for up to 3 months. Once thawed, add the streusel topping before baking.

What’s the best way to reheat French toast casserole?

Cover loosely with foil and reheat French toast casserole in a 350 degree oven for about 5 to 10 minutes or until warmed through.

What should I serve with French Toast Casserole?

I love serving French toast casserole with this baked scrambled egg recipe to balance out the sweetness (since they cook at the same temperature!).

How can I make French toast casserole in advance?

This French toast casserole recipe tastes best when refrigerated for at least 8 hours before baking. You can also freeze it as described above.

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