Baked French Toast Recipes for an Easy Make-Ahead Brunch

Baked French toast is the ultimate dish for a leisurely brunch. Not only does it require no work at the stove, but it actually gets better when left to sit overnight -- meaning all you’ll have to do on Sunday morning is preheat the oven and pop it in. This version is bathed in cinnamon and studded with raisins...but still, don't skip the powdered sugar and maple syrup.

Blueberries form juicy rivers through the layers of custardy goodness.

Stuff thick-cut bread with ham and Gruyere cheese for a savory layer that becomes oozy in the oven and and irresistible on the plate.

You could call this macerated berry topping gilding the lily -- or you could just call it delicious.