I keep a freezer full of these slices and simply pop them into the oven for a homemade breakfast in no time. My family prefers this recipe over store-bought frozen French toast. —Diane Perry, Castro Valley, California
Freezer French Toast
Frozen French Toast Tips
Can you cook the French toast before freezing?
Yes, you can cook our freezer French toast before freezing. To use, simply microwave the toast at 50% power, or reheat in the oven at 300°F or in an air fryer until hot. Consider keeping these other amazing freezer breakfasts on hand for easygoing mornings.What can you serve with frozen French toast?
Classic maple syrup, one of these delicious homemade syrups, and fresh fruit are all tasty options for dressing up your French toast. And we found the best bacon to serve alongside for a hearty accent!How long will frozen French toast last?
Keep your frozen French toast in the freezer for up to 2 months. Here’s how long you can really freeze food.—Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Senior Book Editor
Freezer French Toast
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Yield
5 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 10 slices day-old French bread (3/4 inch thick)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons butter
- Optional: Fresh berries and confectioners' sugar
Directions
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Place bread in a well-greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour egg mixture over bread. Let soak for several minutes, turning once to coat. Freeze until firm. Transfer slices to airtight containers; return to freezer.
- To bake, preheat oven to 450°. Place frozen French toast slices in a single layer on a well-greased baking sheet; dot with butter. Bake for 7 minutes; turn and bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes longer. If desired, serve with berries and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts
2 pieces : 220 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 159mg cholesterol, 311mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.