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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!
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!
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.
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!
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
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!
- 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
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp hazelnut extract
- 2 tsp non dairy hazelnut creamer (or non dairy milk)
- 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.
- 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.
- Pour the maple syrup mixture into the bottom of an 8x8 baking dish.
- 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).
- Whisk the milk mixture again and pour evenly on top of the baguette slices.
- Cover the pan and refrigerate overnight.
- 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.
- Top it off with some chopped hazelnuts and fruit slices (peaches are lovely with this!), if desired.
More Delicious Dairy Free Breakfasts to Love:
Vegan Cinnamon Coffee Cake w/ Streusel
Chocolate Nice Cream Breakfast Parfait
Sara says
08/28/2015 at 9:52 amOh my, this looks so good and I am loving the flavor combos as well! Yumming this for a brunch idea!
Jenn S. says
08/28/2015 at 12:33 pmThanks, Sara! It’s definitely an indulgent treat! I’m thinking Christmas morning…but maybe topped with different fruit.
Howie Fox says
08/24/2015 at 2:30 pmWhat 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 😉 )
Jenn S. says
08/25/2015 at 11:54 amLOL, me too! I can’t keep sweets in the house because I will eat them all in a day!
pragati says
08/23/2015 at 12:08 amI 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 🙂
Jenn S. says
08/23/2015 at 8:08 amIf 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!
Audrey @ Unconventional Baker says
08/22/2015 at 4:21 pmThis looks AMAZING, Jenn <3 I've been lovin' bread pudding for breakfast around here lately. This looks sooo good! What a great idea to use the hazelnut creamer!
Jenn S. says
08/23/2015 at 8:07 amI 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!
Melissa @ vegan does it says
08/20/2015 at 9:46 pmThis 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 ?
Jenn S. says
08/21/2015 at 8:00 amOh yes, food can trigger so many emotions! Glad this recipe brought back some good memories for you! Thanks, Melissa!
The Food Hunter says
08/20/2015 at 3:41 pmthis is great for brunch
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 5:58 pmIt would be perfect as part of a brunch…even for entertaining!
Ginny McMeans says
08/20/2015 at 3:12 pmI have to say I love you for this recipe. It looks so good and is going to be so nice to have all ready in the morning. Thanks!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 5:58 pmAw, Ginny, I love you too! 🙂 It’s definitely a lovely treat in the morning!
Sina @ Vegan Heaven says
08/20/2015 at 1:31 pmOh, 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! 🙂
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 1:49 pmWe 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!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 11:37 amAw, thank you, Italia!
Madiha Nawaz says
08/20/2015 at 10:32 amYou know, I’ve told you already, that I can eat it at any time of the day! 😀 Really looks very delicious!
Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 11:37 amThanks, Madiha! Why should anyone only enjoy this deliciousness in the morning when you can have it any time of day!!
Madiha Nawaz says
08/20/2015 at 4:29 pmAgreed upon totally! 😀
melmcdonald2 says
08/20/2015 at 9:31 amFrench 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! ?
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:37 amThanks, 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!!
chef mimi says
08/20/2015 at 9:26 amvery interesting! i’ve never thought to cook with a flavored creamer! Brilliant!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:37 amI have never done it before either, but boy did it work out!! Thanks, Mimi!
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
08/20/2015 at 8:32 amOh my goodness, Jenn!! This looks like an absolutely AMAZING breakfast <3 I love french toast and haven't really had it since going vegan!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:38 amRegular french toast on a griddle (vegan at least) just does not work for me! This overnight bake is foolproof!
veggiesdontbite says
08/19/2015 at 11:33 pmI love french toast! I’m working on another one for my blog right now too. This looks delicious! And I love the peaches paired with it!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:38 amOh yay…can’t wait for your recipe, Sophia!
veggiesdontbite says
08/20/2015 at 11:25 amIt’s a different take on french toast. Probably won’t be done for a while since I have so many in line but I love french toast so you never know!
Alissa says
08/19/2015 at 12:54 pmI 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! 🙂
Natalie says
08/19/2015 at 9:53 amI 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! 🙂
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:39 amYes, soooo much easier than slaving away at the stove! Thanks, Natalie!
Strength and Sunshine says
08/19/2015 at 9:42 amO damn 😉 Now load on the maple syrup for these! SO good! You’re forcing me to stop being lazy now and bake some GF bread for these!
Jenn S. says
08/20/2015 at 9:39 amWell, good for you….if it were me, I would just buy the GF bread! 🙂