OVERNIGHT PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

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Recipes that don't tie me to the kitchen-that's what I'm all about. I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests. -Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
8 large eggs
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup canned pumpkin
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar, optional
Maple syrup, warmed, optional

Steps:

  • Cut each slice of bread into quarters. Arrange half of the bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; layer with cubed cream cheese and remaining bread, pressing down slightly., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, evaporated milk, pumpkin, brown sugar, fat-free milk, spices and salt. Pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with pecans. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned and a knife inserted in center comes out clean., Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Etienne f Gomez
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Overall, this casserole was delicious and I would definitely make it again.


Roshan Ghale
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This casserole was a bit dry.


Holly Kate Allen
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This casserole is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Lizu Akter
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I actually really enjoyed this casserole.


Osajere Beauty
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.


President Walker
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I love that this casserole can be made the night before. It makes mornings so much easier.


Tricia
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This is the perfect fall breakfast recipe. It's warm, comforting, and delicious.


Nicole Emmanuel
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This casserole was a huge hit at my Thanksgiving brunch! Everyone loved it.


Faisal Ahmed Memon
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Not a fan of the pumpkin flavor, but the casserole was still good.


Buhle Buhl
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Easy to make and so yummy!


Khattak
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This casserole was delicious! I loved the pumpkin flavor and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Vivian Ezinne
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I found this casserole to be a bit dry. I think it would have been better if I had used more milk or cream.


lavlu islam lavlu00
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This casserole was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just because I used canned pumpkin puree. I think it would be better if you used fresh pumpkin.


Mukesh Giri
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I actually really enjoyed this casserole. The pumpkin flavor was very mild and the casserole was nice and fluffy. I would definitely make this again.


Aviv Rotshas
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This is my new favorite fall breakfast recipe! It's so cozy and comforting, and the pumpkin flavor is just perfect. I love that I can make it the night before and just pop it in the oven in the morning.


Debra walsh
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I made this casserole for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.


Emily Wallace
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This pumpkin french toast casserole was a hit with my family! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The pumpkin flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the casserole was nice and moist. I will definitely be making this again!