Brioche French Toast Casserole Recipe
This delicious Brioche French Toast Casserole is super easy to make! It only takes 5 minutes to prep, and then you can just pop it in the oven. Picture warm, buttery brioche bread topped with a rich custard egg mixture, lots of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of sugar. And the best part? It’s ready in just 35 minutes! Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch!
Equipment
- 8x8 inch Casserole Dish
- cutting board
- 3-Piece Mixing Bowl Set
- Silicone Whisk Set of 3
Ingredients
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
For the topping:
- ½ Tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Optional Toppings: Powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, maple syrup, berries and/or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Butter an 8x8 baking dish.
- On a cutting board, cut the brioche bread slices into 1-inch cubes and place into the casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ teaspoon cinnamon and ¼ cup sugar.
- Whisk in heavy cream, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread in the casserole dish. Stir gently to soak all the bread.
- Mix the topping ingredients and sprinkle it over the casserole.
- Bake in the center of the oven for 25 - 30 minutes.
- Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes.
- Add your favorite toppings, if desired, and serve.
Notes
Notes about ingredients and substitutions
- It is perfect to bake on weekend mornings for breakfast, brunch, or holidays like Easter and Christmas.
- This simple French Toast Bake serves 4 and does not need to sit overnight.
- Optional topping ideas - Powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, maple syrup, berries, and whipped cream
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 448kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 11gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 389mgPotassium: 173mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 1012IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 127mgIron: 3mg
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