Why does my French toast casserole end up all soggy? Help!

[hoyeon]

No matter what I do, it always seems to turn out mushy. Is it the bread, the soaking time, or something else entirely? Any advice to salvage my breakfast dreams would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Caramellyy_]

Using a sturdier, day-old bread like challah or brioche can make a big difference since they hold up better to the custard. Also, try reducing the soaking time a bit, just until the bread is coated but not overly saturated. Finally, make sure you’re baking it at the right temperature—too low, and it might not set properly.

 

[KarenDeel]

Been there! The key is to make sure you’re not overloading it with too much liquid. Also, try letting it sit a bit before baking so the bread can soak it all in evenly. You'll get that perfect, not-too-soggy texture!

 

[YoungMhal]

Another reason why your French toast casserole ends up soggy is because the bread pieces are too large or not cut uniformly. Next time, make sure you cut the bread into evenly sized cubes so they soak and bake evenly.