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Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake – Ooey, gooey, sticky, and sweet, this make-ahead breakfast doesn’t get any easier. Prep it all the night before and simply stick it in the oven in the morning. It’s like eating dessert for breakfast!

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake Photo

I’m going to let you in on a little secret – I have a sweet tooth. A giant one. I try not to let it get the best of me, but sometimes it’s nice to indulge a little. And indulge I definitely did these past few weeks as I was perfecting this ooey, gooey, sticky, sweet Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake. Seriously, you have no idea how many pieces of french toast I had to consume to ensure this recipe is unequivocally delicious. It’s hard work I tell you, but I do it for you! 🙂 I don’t think I have to tell you how much the kids enjoyed this French Toast Bake, do I? It’s like eating dessert for breakfast and what kid doesn’t want to do that?! The best part is that you assemble it the night before and just pop it in the oven in the morning!

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake Pic

I have always been a huge fan of hazelnuts. Hazelnut lattes are my favorite indulgent drink. And I’ve been wanting to create a sweet French Toast recipe for awhile. It seemed appropriate to put these things together.

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake Image

I used a day old baguette for this dish so the edges would stay crispy and the middle wouldn’t be too soft. You can use an Italian or a French baguette..whatever you prefer…just make sure it’s a hard crusty one.

Just look at that sticky sweet syrup!! If that doesn’t scream love, I don’t know what does!

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake Photograph

Well, now I’m craving another piece of this deliciousness (or two or three!) so I’ll just get right to the recipe so you can enjoy it too!

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake Picture

Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake

I hope you love this French Toast Bake as much as we do. If you try it, please come back and leave me a comment below with your feedback. You can also find me on social media. Be sure to tag @veggie_inspired and #veggieinspired so I’m sure to see it. Enjoy!

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Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Ooey, gooey, sticky, and sweet, this Overnight French Toast Bake doesn't get any easier. Prep it all the night before and simply stick it in the oven in the morning. It's like eating dessert for breakfast!
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: dairy free, egg free, oil free, vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 320 kcal
Author: Jenn S.
Ingredients
Bread Layer
  • 8-10 slices hard crusty baguette - about 1 inch thick (day old baguette works best)
  • 1/2 cup non dairy milk (I used soy)
  • 1/2 cup non dairy hazelnut creamer (I used So Delicious) (or more non dairy milk)
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • 1 tsp hazelnut extract
Syrup Layer
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together 1/2 cup non dairy milk, 1/2 cup non dairy hazelnut creamer (or more non dairy milk), 1 tsp hazelnut extract and the arrowroot powder and set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium low heat, whisk together the maple syrup, coconut sugar, salt and 2 tsp hazelnut creamer (or non dairy milk) until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. This should only take a few minutes.
  3. Pour the maple syrup mixture into the bottom of an 8x8 baking dish.
  4. Lay each baguette slice into the syrup and then immediately turn it over so the syrup covers both sides. Repeat with the remaining slices (you can overlap a little if you need to, but try to get as much bread in the syrup as possible).
  5. Whisk the milk mixture again and pour evenly on top of the baguette slices.
  6. Cover the pan and refrigerate overnight.
  7. When ready to cook, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the syrup is bubbly on the sides.
  8. Top it off with some chopped hazelnuts and fruit slices (peaches are lovely with this!), if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Hazelnut Overnight French Toast Bake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 320 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 474mg 20%
Potassium 72mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 74g 25%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 47g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1%
Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 4%
Iron 8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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Comments

    • Jenn S. says

      Thanks, Sara! It’s definitely an indulgent treat! I’m thinking Christmas morning…but maybe topped with different fruit.

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  2. Howie Fox says

    What a smart idea that is!! Over night French toast, that deffo get’s me thinking! Love the recipe as well, I have a pretty big sweet tooth as well (one of the reasons why I don’t buy sweets 😉 )

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  3. pragati says

    I love hazelnut creamer! I like oancakes and French toast but don’t like slaving over a ppan..Getting so many done at a time solves the problem 🙂

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    • Jenn S. says

      If I do them one at a time over a pan, I usually only get to eat the last one ’cause the kids eat them all before I’m done. 🙂 This is MUCH easier! Thanks, Pragati!

      Reply

    • Jenn S. says

      I LOVE bread pudding, too! I’ve never thought to have it for breakfast, but I don’t know why. This is definitely the same type of concept. Thanks Audrey!

      Reply

  5. Melissa @ vegan does it says

    This looks so delicious! French toast is one of those foods that’s connected to so many happy memories from my childhood(the pre-vegan days) for me so it always makes me really happy to find yummy looking veganized versions ?

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    • Jenn S. says

      Oh yes, food can trigger so many emotions! Glad this recipe brought back some good memories for you! Thanks, Melissa!

      Reply

  8. Sina @ Vegan Heaven says

    Oh, this looks so incredibly delicious, Jenn! I can’t really remember the last time I had french toast (however I had a vegan version once), so I can’t wait to try yours! 🙂

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    • Jenn S. says

      We don’t eat it a lot either, I figured it was time to change that! And it doesn’t get easier than an overnight version!

      Reply

  10. melmcdonald2 says

    French toast is my all time favourite and this looks so easy and fuss free. I love the last picture of the empty plate…that would be mine after 2 or 3 helpings! ?

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    • Jenn S. says

      Thanks, Mel! Totally easy and fuss free! I could never figure out how to master regular french toast on a griddle. Always got mushy and fell apart. Clearly, I was doing something wrong, but this overnight recipe is foolproof!!

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  12. Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says

    Oh my goodness, Jenn!! This looks like an absolutely AMAZING breakfast <3 I love french toast and haven't really had it since going vegan!

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    • Jenn S. says

      Regular french toast on a griddle (vegan at least) just does not work for me! This overnight bake is foolproof!

      Reply

  14. Alissa says

    I never liked conventional French toast (or anything eggy, for that matter), but I love vegan versions and I really love hazelnuts! This sounds incredible, and it’s awesome that you can do all the prep in advance! 🙂

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  15. Natalie says

    I have been waiting for this!!!! And it is just as ooey gooey awesome as I was dreaming it would be <3 The overnight thing is so smart, more time to soak, and I love that it just bakes in the oven rather than standing over the stove and flipping each piece one by one! Seriously the most delicious breakfast recipe I've seen in a while! 🙂

    Reply

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