Keto Gingerbread French Toast Casserole is a festive low-carb holiday breakfast made with keto bread cubes, warm gingerbread spices, eggs, and cream for a soft, custardy texture. This easy Christmas morning casserole delivers cozy flavor, simple prep, and a fully keto-friendly twist on a classic American brunch dish.
About This Recipe
If you’ve ever wanted a Christmas morning breakfast that feels cozy, warm, and nostalgic without the sugar crash that comes with traditional French toast casseroles, this keto gingerbread version gives you all the holiday magic in a low-carb, guilt-free form. The bread cubes soak up a rich custard flavored with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and molasses extract, transforming into a soft, spiced base with perfectly crisp edges as it bakes. The whole kitchen fills with the scent of gingerbread, making it feel like the kind of breakfast you’d serve on Christmas morning, yet it’s simple enough to prepare on any cold winter day when you want something comforting and seasonal.
Traditional French toast casseroles rely on sugar-heavy brioche or challah and a custard loaded with brown sugar and sweet syrups, but this keto version takes a smarter approach. Using low-carb bread cubes keeps the carbs down while still allowing them to absorb the custard beautifully, creating that classic soft-inside, golden-outside texture people love. The custard isn’t just creamy—it’s infused with warm gingerbread spices and sweetened with keto-friendly monk fruit, giving it that deep, aromatic holiday flavor without needing actual sugar. The spices bloom in the oven, the edges caramelize naturally, and the whole dish develops a texture that tastes indulgent and festive while staying perfectly in line with keto macros.
What makes this casserole especially great is how effortlessly it fits into busy holiday routines. You can assemble it the night before, refrigerate it, and bake it fresh in the morning, or prepare it on the same day with almost no extra work. It reheats beautifully, holds together well, and tastes just as delicious served plain as it does topped with whipped cream, sugar-free syrup, or a dusting of powdered sweetener. It’s a recipe meant to feel joyful, comforting, and special without requiring complicated techniques or hours in the kitchen. It brings the flavor of gingerbread, the ease of a casserole, and the keto-friendly comfort that makes it something you’ll reach for year after year.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect holiday breakfast or brunch
- Warm gingerbread flavor without sugar
- Soft, custardy interior + golden crisp edges
- Make-ahead friendly for Christmas morning
- Easy prep, one baking dish
- Keto, low-carb, gluten-free
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 6 cups cubed keto bread (any sturdy low-carb loaf)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup almond milk, unsweetened
- 1/3 cup granular monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tbsp molasses extract (or 1 tsp blackstrap molasses if preferred)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Topping
- Powdered monk fruit sweetener
- Sugar-free syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Add cubed keto bread to the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, almond milk, sweetener, molasses extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes.
- Press lightly to help the bread soak.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for stronger flavor.
- Bake 30–35 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly and top with powdered sweetener or syrup.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 26 g
- Net Carbs: 5 g
- Protein: 11 g
FAQ
- Can I use store-bought keto bread?
Yes, any firm low-carb loaf works. - Can I prepare this the day before?
Yes, it’s even better when chilled overnight. - Can I make it dairy-free?
Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream. - Does it freeze well?
Yes — freeze in slices and reheat in the oven.
Variations & Substitutions
- Add sugar-free chocolate chips for a gingerbread-chocolate twist.
- Swap almond milk for coconut milk for extra richness.
- Add a handful of pecans for crunch.
- Increase ginger for a stronger spice punch.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with powdered sweetener, whipped cream, or sugar-free maple syrup for a cozy Christmas morning breakfast.
Keto Gingerbread French Toast Casserole
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 6 cups cubed keto bread (any sturdy low-carb loaf)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1/3 cup granular monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tbsp molasses extract (or 1 tsp blackstrap molasses if preferred)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Topping
- Powdered monk fruit sweetener
- Sugar-free syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Add cubed keto bread to the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, almond milk, sweetener, molasses extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes.
- Press lightly to help the bread soak.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for stronger flavor.
- Bake 30–35 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly and top with powdered sweetener or syrup.
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