OVERNIGHT RAISIN FRENCH TOAST

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"This recipe came from a colleague years ago and has become a potluck, brunch and family favorite! My staff used to ask for it every holiday. I love the convenience of great make-ahead recipes and this is one I turn to all the time. I like to sprinkle it with cinnamon and sugar when removing it from the oven." Stephanie Weaver - Sligo, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
8 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

Place half of the bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with cream cheese and remaining bread. , In a large bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 177mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.