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Sheet Pan French Toast
Emily

Sheet Pan French Toast

An easy, hands-off way to make French toast for a crowd using a baking sheet. Features crisp edges and a soft custard center.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices thick-cut Brioche or Texas Toast slightly stale is best
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream optional but recommended
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 tbsp butter melted, for greasing the pan

Equipment

  • Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Shallow Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the melted butter onto a large rimmed baking sheet and brush it to coat the bottom evenly.
  2. Whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large shallow bowl until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture. Let it soak for about 2-5 seconds per side depending on freshness. Allow excess to drip off.
  4. Arrange the soaked bread slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Ensure they are not overlapping.
  5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven briefly to flip each slice over.
  6. Return to oven and bake for another 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffed.
  7. Serve immediately with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, place the sheet pan under the broiler for 1 minute at the very end. Watch closely to avoid burning.