Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the cozy decadence of this Cinnamon French Toast Casserole, a crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch dish perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend mornings. Made with fluffy French or brioche bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and fragrant vanilla, this casserole is infused with warm cinnamon spice and topped with a buttery streusel for an irresistible crunch. The best part? You can prepare it the night before, allowing the bread to fully absorb the luscious custard, making it an ideal make-ahead treat. Baked to golden perfection in just 45 minutes, this casserole is delightful when drizzled with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar. Whether hosting a holiday gathering or craving a comforting morning indulgence, this Cinnamon French Toast Casserole promises to become your go-to recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices French or brioche bread
- 6 Large eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Butter (cold and diced)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Cut the French or brioche bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly distribute them in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring most pieces are coated in the custard mixture. Use a spoon or spatula to gently press down on the bread to help it absorb all the liquid.
Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor and texture.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
For the streusel topping, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Add the cold, diced butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the soaked bread.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the center.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Optional: Drizzle with maple syrup or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 237.2 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.0 g | 650% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1677 mg | 559% | |
| Sodium | 3801 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 609.9 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 371.2 g | ||
| Protein | 93.8 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.3 mcg | 66% | |
| Calcium | 1060 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1911 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
