Baked French Toast Recipe
This baked French toast recipe is made by soaking bread slices in an egg-and-milk custard, then baking until set and lightly golden. Cottage cheese adds a gentle creaminess, making it a practical breakfast or brunch option. Serve it with fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an easy finish.
Ingredients
For the baked French toast
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat and prep the dish
Heat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish so the toast releases easily.
Whisk the custard
In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, milk, sugar, egg, and vanilla until mostly smooth. If the curds look chunky, whisk a bit longer.
Soak the bread
Dip each slice into the mixture. Let it sit for 15–20 seconds per side so it absorbs, but don’t leave it too long or it may fall apart.
Arrange and top
Lay the soaked slices in a single layer in the baking dish. Pour any remaining custard over the top.
Bake
Bake for about 25 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. If it browns too fast, loosely cover with foil near the end.
Rest and serve
Let it rest for 2–3 minutes. Serve with cinnamon, fresh fruit, or a light dusting of powdered sugar if you like.

