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!
Anne Murphy says:
That sounds so good! I love gingerbread flavored things, but hadn’t tried it in French Toast – and this casserole sounds great! I like that topping…
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Anne! Enjoy!
Helene says:
Yummy this looks so scrumptious
Wow I want to try this soon
Thanks for such a lovely recipe!!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Helene!
Ben Myhre says:
This looks ridiculously good.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Ben!
Patti says:
I love french toast bakes for busy holidays, especially when you have alot of company. I like the way you’ve chosen to assemble this one with the french toast and the topping loaded with the flavors of gingerbread. Looks delicious. I think this would be great for Christmas morning.
Christine McMichael replied:
Me too, Patti! So perfect. Thank you!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says:
Ohhhhh my! This is soooo pretty! Gingerbread is such a lovely Christmas flavor and I’m sure this will not disappoint.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Julie!
Denise Wright says:
I’m totally going to make this when my stepdaughter comes to town for the holidays. Looks pretty and delicious!
Christine McMichael replied:
Love it! Enjoy the recipe 🙂
Laura says:
I just told my hubby last night I was craving French toast! Loving the gingerbread flavor here!
Christine McMichael replied:
That’s so perfect, Laura!
Lorie says:
I’ve been all over gingerbread this week. So clearly I’ll be needing this as well!
Christine McMichael replied:
Love it! Enjoy!
Sarah says:
Love gingerbread, french toast, and this bake! I haven’t had anything like this in a couple years and I’m craving it and a nice cozy relaxing morning. We will be going to cut our tree this weekend and if it’s in the morning instead of evening I will be making this.
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha that’s perfect, Sarah! Enjoy!
Taylor Kiser says:
Mmm, this looks so delicious! This is perfect for Christmas morning breakfast!
Christine McMichael replied:
So perfect!!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says:
Hehe. That was funny about listening to Christmas music in October. Here’s my guilty secret. We have a shuffle on our apple tv and if my hubby isn’t home, I will not advance off a Christmas song! (So basically I listen year round) But enough about that. Your gingerbread french toast looks divine and something that would be great for Christmas morning!! Great recipe and I look forward to making it!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha, I couldn’t help myself! Love it, Elaine. So glad we’re on the same page!
Alisa Fleming says:
Ooh! My husband has just come around to liking ginger this year, and I know he would love this bake! It looks so easy to adapt for different diets, too.
Christine McMichael replied:
Love it! Enjoy!!
Rachel says:
Looks amazing! And the pomegranate is a nice touch. 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Rachel!
Analida Braeger says:
This is my kind of breakfast! I can’t wait to try it for a weekend brunch! Thanks for sharing!
Christine McMichael replied:
Enjoy, Analida!
Shelbi says:
Yum!! Looks amazing!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Shelbi! 🙂