Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole
Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole is so simple to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. You will love the crispness of the crust on this french toast casserole thanks to the steam bake setting while the middle is moist and light. Made with delicious egg soaked Italian bread that is topped with almonds, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder. This is one breakfast everyone will love.
Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole
I love easy breakfasts, especially on special occasions. This Ninja Foodi Chocolate french toast casserole is probably one of my favorites. It is loaded with so much flavor, is easy to make, and has everyone asking for more. It is so simple to make on Christmas morning without spending time in the kitchen away from the family.
For more easy breakfast casseroles you will want to make our french toast casserole and our overnight banana nut bagel french toast casserole.
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups of water (This water is for the inner pot because we are using the SteamBake setting we need water for the steam. Does not go in the recipe)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 ⅓ cup milk (I used 2% milk you could use whole milk as well)
- 6 to 7 cups cubed (approximately 1-inch cube) bread (I used Italian bread, approximately half of bread. You can use any bread you like. Depending on the bread you use this could mean 8 to 12 bread slices)
- ⅓ cup chopped almonds (I like to chop them finely so I get the crunch in every bite)
- ⅓ cups chocolate chips (I used semi-sweet chocolate chip, but you can change the chocolate chips to milk or even mint, white,…. for a different flavor)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (I used salted but you could use unsalted if you prefer)
How to Make Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole
- Grease, or butter an 8-inch cake pan really well. Don’t forget the sides. Yes, you can use cooking spray, but I found out the butter gives a nice taste to the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix eggs and granulated sugar until combined.
- Add the cocoa powder and the milk. Mix well. You can use a hand mixer, but I prefer using a whisk or my Danish Dough whisk.
- Add the cubed bread to the milk/egg mixture and mix until all the bread is saturated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Place the pan on the lower rack of the Deluxe reversible rack.
- Pour 2 cups of water into the inner pot (the gray one) and place the Deluxe Reversible rack in it.
- Set the Ninja Foodi on Steam Crisp and turn the dial to STEAM bake.
- Set the temperature to 325 degrees F for 13 minutes. If after this time you would like the top more crispy, close the lid and add another minute.
- Once it is cooked, Take the Deluxe reversible rack out of the inner pot and place the cake pan on a heat-proof surface.
- Take a thin sharp knife and release the edge of the french toast from the cake pan.
- Let it rest for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- If you prefer you can use a different type of bread.
- To change the flavor feel free to change the type of chocolate chips you are using from semi-sweet to milk chocolate or even dark chocolate.
- Feel free to sprinkle additional chocolate chips and nuts on top if you want more crunch.
- Be sure you mix the chocolate chips and nuts into the milk mixture to ensure you taste them in every bite.
- If you opt not to buy the pre-chopped almonds be sure you chop them very fine for best results and texture.
- If you don’t like almonds or are allergic you can omit them.
Storage
This recipe is best served and enjoyed right away. The Steam Bake setting gives this perfect crunch in every bite.
Can you make this ahead of time?
This is best to be eaten right away. If you do decide to make it ahead of time, you will want to keep your french toast casserole in the pan and release it from the sides by running a sharp knife around the edges to release it from the sides.
Right before serving, place it back in your Ninja Foodi at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 to 4 minutes or until warm.
What can I serve with this?
This tastes delicious with whipped cream on top, powdered sugar, chocolate chips sprinkled on top, homemade chocolate sauce, or even fresh berries.
Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole
Ninja Foodi Chocolate French Toast Casserole is so simple to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. You will love the crispness of the crust on this french toast casserole thanks to the steam bake setting while the middle is moist and light. Made with delicious egg soaked Italian bread that is topped with almonds, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder. This is one breakfast everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of water (This water is for the inner pot because we are using the SteamBake setting we need water for the steam. Does not go in the recipe)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 ⅓ cup milk (I used 2% milk you could use whole milk as well)
- 6 to 7 cups cubed (approximately 1-inch cube) bread (I used Italian bread, approximately half of bread. You can use any bread you like. Depending on the bread you use this could mean 8 to 12 bread slices)
- ⅓ cup chopped almonds (I like to chop them finely so I get the crunch in every bite)
- ⅓ cups chocolate chips (I used semi-sweet chocolate chip, but you can change the chocolate chips to milk or even mint, white,.... for a different flavor)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (I used salted but you could use unsalted if you prefer)
Instructions
- Grease, or butter an 8-inch cake pan really well. Don’t forget the sides. Yes, you can use a cooking spray, but I found out the butter gives a nice taste to the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix eggs and granulated sugar until combined.
- Add the cocoa powder and the milk. Mix well. You can use a hand mixer, but I prefer using a whisk or my Danish Dough whisk.
- Add the cubed bread to the milk/egg mixture and mix until all the bread is saturated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Place the pan on the lower rack of the Deluxe reversible rack.
- Pour 2 cups of water into the inner pot (the gray one) and place the Deluxe Reversible rack in it.
- Set the Ninja Foodi on Steam Crisp and turn the dial to STEAM bake.
- Set the temperature to 325 degrees F for 13 minutes. If after this time you would like the top more crispy, close the lid and add another minute.
- Once it is cooked, Take the Deluxe reversible rack out of the inner pot and place the cake pan on a heat-proof surface.
- Take a thin sharp knife and release the edge of the french toast from the cake pan.
- Let it rest for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 378Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 161mgSodium: 193mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 2gSugar: 38gProtein: 11g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
