Baked French Toast Recipes for an Easy Make-Ahead Brunch

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It's the ultimate leisure meal -- all you’ll have to do on Sunday morning is pop it in the oven.

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A Toast to Relaxation

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.

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Baked Blueberry French Toast

Blueberries form juicy rivers through the layers of custardy goodness.
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Baked Stuffed French Toast

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.

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Overnight French Toast Casserole

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

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French-Toast Strata with Sausage

Tuck sausage between layers of custard-soaked bread for a hearty brunch dish that just needs a salad (recipe included) to round out the meal.

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Baked Pecan French Toast

Caramelized pecans cut through the rich, eggy custard base in the best possible way.

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Oven-Baked French Toast

Martha loves this recipe for serving a crowd. While it's not made ahead, it’s hands-off -- no minding the griddle -- and it's a perfect way to make sure brunch is hot and ready right when you want it, so you can have time with your guests.

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