Instant Pot French Toast

Name: Instant Pot French Toast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 cups French bread, (cut into bite-size pieces and dried overnight); 3 eggs; ¾ cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¼ cup sugar; ¼ cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Easy and delicious, this homemade Instant Pot French toast is a great twist on the brunch classic that's ready in no time with all the sweet flavor you crave.

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This quick and delicious Instant Pot French toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch option that takes only seven ingredients and is ready in less than an hour. The sweet flavor of the custard-soaked bread is rich and irresistible, with a delightful hint of cinnamon, making this dish everyone’s favorite.

close up shot of Instant Pot French Toast served with syrup

Instant Pot French Toast Ingredients

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This Instant Pot French toast recipe offers a delectable breakfast experience with a comforting touch.

Made from pieces of French bread, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, sugars, and cinnamon, it combines rich custard-like textures with aromatic warmth.

You’ll need:

4 cups of French bread, cut into bite-size pieces and dried overnight
3 eggs
¾ cup of milk
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
¼ cup of sugar
¼ cup of brown sugar
2 teaspoons of cinnamon

PRO TIP:

French toast is definitely best when made with drier, stale bread. Make sure you are using day-old bread for this recipe.

Substitutions And Additions

NUTS: You can also add pecans or walnuts to this baked French toast dish if you’d like.

ORANGES: Add orange zest to the batter for a delicious, irresistible flavor.

RAISINS: Now, I’ll be honest, I don’t personally love raisins, BUT some folks do, and this is definitely a recipe you can add them to!

BREAD: We like using French bread, but some folks love sourdough, brioche, or challah bread, so those are some options if you’d like to try them as well.

VANILLA EXTRACT: Experiment with different extracts to vary the flavor. Almond extract adds a lovely nutty note, while maple extract provides a subtle maple twist to your French toast.

CINNAMON: While cinnamon is a classic choice, try ground nutmeg, pumpkin spice, or cardamom for a unique twist.

Each spice offers its own warm and aromatic character, adding depth to your French toast.

NUTS: Elevate your French toast by adding chopped nuts like pecans, almonds, or walnuts.

They bring a delightful crunch and a subtle nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet, creamy custard.

FRUIT: Sliced bananas, strawberries, blueberries, or even apple slices make fantastic additions.

They impart natural sweetness and a burst of freshness to each bite.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: To satisfy your sweet tooth, consider folding in some chocolate chips into the mixture.

They’ll melt slightly, creating pockets of chocolatey goodness throughout.

How To Make This Instant Pot French Toast

We will walk you through adding everything to your Instant Pot and setting it to do the hard work.

STEP ONE: To prepare the bread, cut the loaf into slices and then cut slices of bread into bite-size pieces.

You can leave the bread pieces out on the counter on a baking sheet the night before making this dish.

To make it faster, you can also place the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 325°F for 20 to 25 minutes.

STEP TWO: Select an ovenproof dish that fits inside your Instant Pot. Spray the sides and bottom of the pan with nonstick baking spray.

You can use parchment paper at the bottom, too, for easy release.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

You can use the special pan made for Instant Pot if you have it or you can use another similar-sized pan.

STEP THREE: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and then add the milk, vanilla, regular sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

egg, milk, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon whisked together

STEP FOUR: Add the dried bread pieces and push them down gently so that all the bread pieces are covered with the egg mixture.

Let them soak for about ten minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure every piece of bread gets into the mixture.

dried bread pieces added to the egg mixture

STEP FIVE: Pour the mixture into your prepared dish. Cover the dish really well with foil.

PRO TIP:

I put a piece over the top and then also placed the dish on a piece of foil and brought the edges up around it. This helps seal out the moisture while it is steaming.

mixture dumped into the dish and cover with foil

STEP SIX: Place your trivet that came with the Instant Pot in the bottom of the pot and pour one cup of water into the pot.

pour one cup of water into the pot and place trivet in the bottom of the pot

STEP SEVEN: Place your baking dish on top of the trivet.

STEP EIGHT: Place the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the vent is turned to “seal”. Set to manual and pressure to high for 40 minutes.

STEP NINE: When the timer goes off, cover the vent with a towel and quick release the steam.

STEP TEN: Remove the dish carefully, as it will be hot, and remove the foil from the dish, draining off any excess moisture on the foil.

STEP ELEVEN: Let the dish sit for ten minutes before serving.

How to Serve

Our family loves melted butter and maple syrup poured on top of this breakfast casserole.

You could use a fruit sauce topping, strawberry curd, or fruit-based syrup for this instead.

We also love it when I melt creamy peanut butter or Nutella and drizzle it on top!

Fresh dollops of whipped cream are another favorite.

Fresh fruit like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or bananas is a great choice on top.

Sprinkle chocolate chips across the top before serving, or melt them in the microwave and drizzle over the top.

A dash of powdered sugar is a classic topping that is also delicious on this Instant Pot French toast.

Check out our easy recipes for oven-baked French toast casserole and French toast roll-ups as well.

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Storage

We’ve got you covered with some handy storage and reheating tips:

MAKE AHEAD: If you’d like to plan ahead, you can prepare the French toast mixture the night before, cover it tightly, and refrigerate it.

However, it’s best to assemble and cook the French toast just before serving to maintain its freshness and texture.

IN THE FRIDGE: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for two to three days and then reheated in the oven or in the microwave.

IN THE FREEZER: You can also store leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container for up to three months.

overhead shot of a plate of Instant Pot French Toast

Why We Love This Recipe

EFFORTLESS PREPARATION: This recipe simplifies the typically time-consuming process of making French toast. With the Instant Pot, you can have a delicious breakfast ready in no time, perfect for busy mornings.

PERFECTLY MOIST TEXTURE: The Instant Pot ensures that every bite of French toast is moist and custardy on the inside while maintaining a delightful golden crisp on the outside, creating a textural contrast that’s simply irresistible.

IDEAL FOR CROWDS: If you’re hosting a brunch or breakfast gathering, this recipe is a game-changer. It allows you to serve a crowd with minimal effort, and everyone gets to enjoy warm and delicious French toast simultaneously.

French bread is soaked in a classic sweetened egg custard and baked for this delicious Instant Pot French toast casserole recipe. A tasty spin on the classic brunch staple, you’ll love how simple and easy it is in the Instant Pot!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best type of bread to use in this recipe?

Any day-old bread will work. We like to use French bread, but sourdough, Italian, or challah bread works well too. Sometimes, I like to use stale croissants in my French toast too.

Can I use dairy-free milk in this recipe?

This French toast recipe will work fine with any milk, including almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

You can prep the pan with the bread and egg mixture and store it in the fridge overnight. Pop it in the Instant Pot once you are ready to bake it the next day.

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Instant Pot French Toast

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Easy and delicious, this homemade Instant Pot French toast is a great twist on the brunch classic that's ready in no time with all the sweet flavor you crave.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

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Ingredients

4 cups French bread, cut into bite-size pieces and dried overnight
3 eggs
¾ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

To prepare the bread, cut the loaf into slices and then cut it into bite-size pieces and let it dry overnight on a cookie sheet or pan.
Select an ovenproof dish that fits inside your Instant Pot. Spray the bottom and sides of the dish with nonstick baking spray. You can use parchment paper in the bottom too for easy release.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and then add the milk, vanilla, regular sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Add the dried bread pieces and push them down gently so that all the bread pieces are covered with the liquid. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally to make sure every piece of bread gets into the milk mixture.
Dump the mixture into your prepared dish. Cover the dish really well with foil.
Place your trivet that came with the Instant Pot in the bottom of the pot and pour 1 cup of water into the pot.
Place your baking dish on top of the trivet.
Place the lid on the instant pot and make sure the vent is turned to “seal”. Set to manual and pressure to high for 40 minutes.
When the timer goes off, cover the vent with a towel and quick release the steam.
Remove the dish carefully, as it will be hot, and remove the foil from the dish draining off any excess moisture on the foil.
Let the dish sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

French toast is definitely best when made with drier, stale bread. Make sure you are using day-old bread for this recipe.
You can use the special pan made for Instant Pot if you have it, or you can use another similar-sized pan.
I put a piece over the top and then also placed the dish on a piece of foil and brought the edges up around it. This helps seal out the moisture while it is steaming.

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