Bread Matters: The #1 Reason Your Baked French Toast is Too Wet

Too Fresh = Too Wet: Fresh bread has too much moisture. It won't soak up custard properly, leaving the center soggy.

Bread Thickness: Thin slices soak too quickly and fall apart. Use ¾ to 1-inch thick slices for best texture.

Not Dried Out: Slightly stale or day-old bread is ideal. It acts like a sponge, soaking up custard evenly.

Crust Matters: Bread with a thick crust adds structure and keeps the casserole from getting mushy on the edges.

Too Much Custard: Even good bread can get overwhelmed by excess liquid. Stick to a 1:1.5 ratio of bread to custard by volume.

Stacking Issues: Don’t press bread slices too tightly. Airflow helps the bake cook evenly.

Wrong Bakeware: A deep pan traps moisture. Use a wider, shallower dish for better results.

Underbaking: If the center is jiggly, keep baking. Cover loosely with foil to prevent burning the top.

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