Baked Vegan Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole

Oct 5, 2020 (Last updated Dec 19, 2025) by Hannah Sunderani

Hi guys! Say hello to this warm and inviting overnight french toast bake! This recipe is cozy, cinnamony and so very comforting. It’s made by soaking bread in a deliciously creamy custard sauce and baking until golden and fragrant. Optional to top with sliced apple and maple syrup to drizzle

It’s a great way to use up day-old baguette, and makes for a delicious brunch recipe to please a crowd. I served this recipe to my husband and my mom and it was a HUGE hit!

Plus, it can be reheated to enjoy throughout the week if you any have leftovers. Truly, there is no waste to be had! 

 It’s also a great breakfast bake to make for Thanksgiving breakfast, the Holidays, or other family gatherings where you’re hosting a crowd overnight.

So, let me tell you exactly how to make this recipe so that you can enjoy it pronto.

Overnight French Toast Bake Recipe

The ingredients

The ingredients for this recipe are quite simple and straight forward. You will need:

• 1 baguette
• coconut milk
• 1 block (14 oz) silken tofu
• coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
• vegan butter
• corn starch
• vanilla extract
• cinnamon
• all purpose flour
• pecans
• apple (optional)

As you can see, the ingredient list is simple, and likely you can find everything you need at your local grocers. 

How to make Baked Vegan French Toast

Making baked vegan French toast is simple and straight forward. I find it works best with day-old baguette because the bread absorbs the liquid without getting too soggy.

• In a blender, combine the coconut milk, tofu, coconut sugar, butter, corn starch, vanilla and cinnamon. Blend until smooth.  
• Cut day-old baguette into bite sized squares. Transfer bread bites to a large rectangular baking dish and pour in the creamy custard. Press down with your hands gently to soak everything. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Preheat oven to 350F/176C. In a small bowl combine the flour, sugar, vegan butter and pecans. Massage with your finger tips to create a crumble texture.
• Sprinkle the crumble topping over the French toast casserole and tuck sliced apples into the nook sand crannies if using. Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden on top. Let cool slightly, cut into squares and serve with maple syrup.  

 

 

So there we have it! A simple recipe for an Overnight French Toast Bake that is sure to please a crowd, vegan or not. It’s cozy, cinnamony and so comforting. Enjoy throughout the week. So it’s certain that there is no waste! I truly think you’re going to love this recipe as much as we do.

And, if you do make this recipe please let me know in the comments below what you think! I love hearing from you. And of course, tag me on Instagram with the hashtag #twospoons. Nothing makes me happier than to see your recreations.

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