Description
This baked French toast casserole made with brioche or challah is an indulgent breakfast perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- Thick slices of brioche or challah
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of heavy cream (or half-and-half or coconut cream)
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar (or brown sugar or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract (or almond extract)
- Unsalted butter (or coconut oil or non-dairy butter substitute)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
- Cut your brioche or challah into thick slices, about 1 to 1 inches.
- Place the slices in a shallow dish, then pour the custard mixture over them. Ensure each slice is well coated. Let the bread soak for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even absorption.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or your alternative.
- Place the soaked bread slices in the prepared baking dish, overlapping them slightly if necessary. You can sprinkle a little extra sugar on top for the brulee effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown. If you like a crispier top, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. You can serve it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- This dish is best served warm.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg