CONFESSION: I’ve been listening to Christmas music since October. I know, I know. Shame. But I just can’t help myself, y’all! This is truly my favorite time of year!
In my defense, the Christmas tree didn’t go up until the day after Thanksgiving, as is perfectly acceptable by most of society. So you can be proud of me for that! I’ve tempted to put it up for weeks now. And I must say, it’s looking pretty warm, cozy, and fabulous in our new home. I’ll be posting about it later this month!
One of my favorite things about this time of year (aside from being with family, friends, holiday parties, and the spirit of giving) is all of the delicious food!
Hello, Gingerbread Oatmeal Pancakes, Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate, and Vegan Cranberry Ginger Crumble Fruit Bake. I’m SO excited to make these and so many other delicious holiday recipes!
This Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake is perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch recipe!
I made this recipe the day before Thanksgiving when my family was in town. They absolutely loved it! It’s sweet, hearty, warm, delicious, and makes your house smell amazing.
Something that I added to take this Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake recipe to the next level was Hiland Dairy Lowfat Milk (perfect for adding a little protein to the mix) and Hiland Dairy Salted Butter! I mixed the salted butter with maple syrup and coconut sugar to make a sweet topping that ended up being 😍😍😍!!!
GIVEAWAY ALERT!
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Watch how to make this Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake!
Here’s the recipe for this delicious Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake:
Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake
Ingredients
French Toast Bake
- 10 slices whole grain bread
- 6 large eggs
- 1.5 cups Hiland Dairy Lowfat Milk
- 4 packets stevia
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3 tsp vanilla
Topping
- 1/2 stick Hiland Dairy Salted Butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tsp ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the bread slices into small pieces (about 1-2") and place in a casserole dish.
- Mix the eggs, milk, stevia, vanilla, and maple syrup together.
- Pour the mixture over the bread pieces and refrigerate.
- Melt the butter and mix together the ingredients for the topping.
- Pour the topping over the refrigerated casserole.
- Place the French Toast Bake in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Tina says:
What a great twist on a classic, saving this for later when it’s my turn to cook breakfast:)
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Tina! 🙂
Jessica Pinney says:
Yum! I love how easy french toast bakes are to make. Your holiday version looks delicious!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Jessica! 🙂
elCitraKale says:
This looks divine! I would love this for my brunch … noted your recipe. thank you
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you! Enjoy!
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says:
I love listening to Christmas songs as well! 😉 . But we haven’t started decorating yet… I would bring the holiday spirit by making this delicious gingerbread toast bake! It looks fantastic!
Christine McMichael replied:
That’s so perfect, Nicoletta! 🙂
Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade says:
I am clearly WAY behind you…because my Christmas decorations are STILL not up. But I also leave them up through the 12 days of Christmas, so I get to enjoy them a little longer. I love the smell of gingerbread, and this would be so fantastic for a holiday morning
Christine McMichael replied:
Hahaha! Hey, we all go at our own pace, right? Me too, it’s the best!