This gluten-free French toast casserole is perfect for a festive Fourth of July brunch with friends and family. It’s a delicious twist on a classic, prepared in a casserole dish to easily feed a crowd. Taking just 10 minutes to prep and 40 minutes to bake, it’s a low-fuss recipe that leaves plenty of time for socializing. Gluten-free bread makes it inclusive for guests with dietary restrictions, while the yogurt adds a touch of protein to keep everyone satisfied. The real star of the show is the festive presentation – a crumble topping mixed with cinnamon and sugar creates a golden-brown crust, and fresh berries add pops of red and blue. Finally, a creamy homemade glaze made with maple syrup and cream cheese ties the whole dish together, making it a showstopper for your Independence Day celebration.
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Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole
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Ingredients
French Toast Base
- 6 cups gluten-free bread torn into pieces
- 5 eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup yogurt
Optional Crumble Topping
- 4 Tbsp. King Arthur Measure for Measure Gluten-Free Flour
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 4 Tbsp. turbinado sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted
Cream Cheese Glaze
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 4 Tbsp. maple syrup
- 2-3 Tbsp. coconut milk
- A squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
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Place broken pieces of bread in large bowl and set aside.
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In separate bowl, mix eggs, maple syrup, coconut milk, vanilla, cinnamon and yogurt.
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Pour egg mixture over bread and mix until all pieces are covered.
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Add bread to casserole dish, cover and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge.
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Meanwhile, make the topping. Mix all topping ingredients together until they are well incorporated.
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Right before baking, spread topping over the bread mixture.
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Bake at 350 degrees F 35-40 minutes or until top is golden brown.
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Let cool at room temperature. Before serving, top with fresh berries and drizzle cream cheese glaze over it.
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Serve warm. Store in airtight container for 2-3 days.
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