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    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole

    Published: Oct 9, 2018 · Modified: Mar 12, 2021 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole is a quick and easy way to make a delicious breakfast casserole. 

    If you are having people over for brunch, this french toast bake is always a hit! Serve it with this Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole and you have sweet and savory covered. 

    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole on a plate

    French toast is one of my favorite things for breakfast. This Instant Pot French Toast Casserole is an great way to make french toast for a crowd. 

    French Toast Casserole ingredients in a bowl before cooked in IP

    WHAT BREAD TO USE FOR FRENCH TOAST

    French toast is soaked in an egg and milk mixture so having a strong, sturdy bread is key. Having day or two old bread also helps with the sturdiness. 

    My personal favorite is Challah bread. You can find it in the bakery section at most grocery stores. French bread and Brioche are also great choices for this french toast casserole. 

    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole cooked in Instant Pot

    HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

    • Start by cubing the bread in about 1-inch pieces and putting them in a greased 7-inch cake pan or oven safe glass bowl. 
    • Whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and butter. (Tip: Stir the melted butter in last so it doesn’t accidentally curdle the eggs.) 
    • Pour the mixture over the bread. 
    • Pour water in the bottom of pressure cooker. Place a trivet in the cooker. 
    • Gently put the casserole dish or pan in the IP and close and lock the lid. 
    • Set timer for 25 minutes on the Pressure Cook setting. 
    • When finished cooking do a quick pressure release. Let sit for 5 minutes and then carefully remove the lid. 

    Instant Pot

    TIPS FOR MAKING INSTANT POT FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

    • I used my 6-qt Instant Pot for this dish. 
    • If you want a crunchier top, place the dish in the oven broiler for 3-4 minutes before serving. 
    • You can make a “sling” with strips of foil for easier bowl removal. Place the strips in a cross form over the trivet and then place the bowl or pan on top of them. I was able to remove my bowl without the need for a sling. 

    CAN YOU PREPARE FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE THE NIGHT BEFORE

    Yes! Prepare the french toast casserole recipe but don’t cook. Cover and refrigerate over night. 

    I like serving this breakfast casserole with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup. If you need a side this Hash Brown Casserole and Blushing Mimosa would make a great addition to brunch.  

    If you made this recipe be sure to rate and leave a comment below. 

    Enjoy! ~Heather

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    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole

    Instant Pot French Toast Casserole
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: instant pot, pressure cooker, french toast casserole
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 424kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 loaf challah bread, cubed
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 1/2 cups milk
    • 1/2 cup brown sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
    • 1 cup water for the bottom of Instant Pot

    Instructions

    • Whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla and melted butter. 
    • Coat an oven safe 7-inch bowl or 7-inch cake pan with non stick cooking spray. 
    • Add cubed bread to the bowl. Pour egg mixture over the bread and gently press bread down to coat with the egg mixture.
    • Pour the cup of water in the Instant Pot. Place the trivet into the Instant Pot. 
    • Place the bowl or cake pan on top of the trivet. Close the lid and lock. Set time to 25 minutes Pressure Cook setting. 
    • Once done cooking, do a quick pressure release. Once the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
    • Remove the bowl from the Instant Pot. Optional: Top with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and maple syrup. 

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    Notes

    For easy bowl removal, take 4 long strips of foil place on top of the trivet creating a sling. Place bowl on top of foil strips. I am able to carefully remove the bowl without the sling by tilting the Instant pot once it's slightly cooled and using pot holders. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Calcium: 202mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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    Comments

    1. Shreya

      April 26, 2020 at 8:31 pm

      Is there any recipe for this that doesn’t require a removable cake pan? I have the very small 3-qt instant pot and it seems so many recipes are out of my reach because I cannot find a cake pan small enough to fit inside :/.

      Reply
      • heather

        April 28, 2020 at 3:28 pm

        I have not tried making without the pan. You could adapt the recipe and put it in a 9 x 9 baking dish and bake in oven for for approximately 20-25 minutes.

        Reply
    2. Karen

      April 03, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious, easy and quick!

      Reply
      • heather

        April 03, 2020 at 6:51 pm

        So glad you liked it!

        Reply
    3. Jen

      March 29, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      Has anyone tried making this recipe with regular bread if that’s all you have in hand?

      Reply
      • heather

        March 29, 2020 at 7:48 pm

        Hi Jen, The only thing with regular bread is it might get too soggy. If it is starting to get stale it might work but if it’s fresh, I worry it might be too soggy with the liquid.

        Reply
    4. Dani

      December 14, 2019 at 4:08 pm

      4 stars
      Just made this…actually sitting here typing while it cools down. I haven’t tasted it yet, but my 4.5 y/o and my husband both said it has a good flavor. Husband says it’s a little custardy for his liking, but the kiddo says he likes the squishy mouth-feel. I just took a bite, and yeah, it’s a bit on the custardy side.

      I used chocolate chip brioche bread from Aldi, probably too much vanilla and cinnamon, and not any nutmeg – since I was out.

      I usually make the Pioneer Woman Overnight French Toast Casserole, but I didn’t prepare ahead last night, so gave this one a go.

      If you like bread pudding, you’ll like this recipe as-is. Otherwise, you might want to tweak it a bit to get a different texture.

      Reply
    5. Marla

      May 12, 2019 at 3:18 pm

      3 stars
      I used a push pan, which allowed for it to rise as needed. It was pretty good. It could have used a few more minutes in the IP, as it was still a bit soggy.

      Reply
    6. Liz Johnson

      April 24, 2019 at 8:14 pm

      I’m making it right now, can’t wait to see how it turns out.

      Reply
    7. Kerry

      April 14, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      It turned out great! Very easy and cheap, too.

      Reply
    8. Kimberly

      October 10, 2018 at 3:02 pm

      5 stars
      That looks absolutely scrumptious!

      Reply
    9. Amy Locurto

      October 10, 2018 at 2:38 pm

      I love making this recipe!

      Reply
    10. Kara Cook

      October 10, 2018 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      I never would have thought to make french toast casserole in the Instant Pot. Thanks for sharing the recipe, it looks delicious!!

      Reply
    11. Alli

      October 10, 2018 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love finding new ways I can use my instant Pot!! I haven’t done anything breakfast in it so this is happening!!

      Reply
    12. Julie

      October 10, 2018 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      Is there anything the instapot can’t do? Looks so delicious!

      Reply
    13. Sara Williams

      October 09, 2018 at 11:16 pm

      5 stars
      I’m going to invite people over just so I can make this! I like the idea of doing both to have sweet AND savory.

      Reply

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