French Toast Casserole With Brioche
Prep this quick and easy French toast casserole with brioche the night before, making it a great recipe for an easy weekend brunch or a comforting winter or fall breakfast.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 806kcal
Ingredients
- 6 eggs medium-sized
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 4 cups brioche bread cubes cut in 1-inch cubes, about 4 cups
- 2 tbsp butter to grease the casserole dish
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs by hand with a fork or whisk or with an electric mixer until you have a smooth consistency.6 eggs
- Add the maple syrup, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, melted butter, and eggs to create the custard mixture.1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup melted butter
- Cut the stale brioche loaf into 1-inch cubes.4 cups brioche bread cubes
- Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish and transfer the brioche bread cubes into it. Spread them evenly.2 tbsp butter
- Pour the custard mixture into the prepared baking dish over the top and cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminium foil and refrigerate overnight. This allows the flavors to meld, and the bread to soak up the custard thoroughly.
- The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Sprinkle the brown sugar in top of the casserole and cover it with aluminum foil for the first 30 minutes of baking. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.1/4 cup brown sugar
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Notes
Stale bread: Using day-old or slightly stale bread ensures that it can absorb the custard mixture without becoming too mushy.
Even soaking: Ensure all bread cubes are evenly coated with the rich cinnamon custard mixture by giving them a gentle toss or stir. This guarantees a uniform and delicious result.
Storage tips: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 806kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 384mg | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1903IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 2mg
