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Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

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This Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a make-ahead brunch option that transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming feast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 8 slices brioche bread soft and slightly sweet
  • 8 ounces cream cheese rich and creamy

For the Custard Mixture

  • 1 cup milk whole milk preferred
  • ½ cup heavy cream enhances smoothness
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar sweetens batter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar adds caramel note
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon warm and cozy flavor
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted for topping

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • Cut brioche bread into cubes and spread half in the dish.
  • Distribute cream cheese pieces over the bread cubes.
  • Layer remaining bread cubes on top of the cream cheese.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  • Pour custard mixture over bread layers and press down.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Uncover, drizzle with melted butter, and bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For serving, consider topping with fresh berries or syrup to enhance the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Breakfast Casserole, brioche, Brunch, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole, make-ahead
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