Indulge in the delightful ease of this Brioche French Toast Casserole! In just 5 minutes, you can whip up this heavenly dish. Then just pop it into the oven.
Picture warm, buttery brioche bread soaking in a rich custard egg mixture, generously infused with cinnamon and sugar. It’s the perfect way to elevate your breakfast to something extraordinary!
Table of Contents
- Why I love this recipe
- Expert tips
- Recipe FAQ’s
- Process shots for French Toast Casserole with Brioche Bread
- You may also enjoy
Why I love this recipe
It is ideal to bake on weekend mornings for breakfast, brunch, or holidays such as Easter and Christmas. This super easy French Toast Bake serves four and does not require overnight chilling.
Expert tips
Optional topping ideas – Powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, maple syrup, berries, and whipped cream
Recipe FAQ’s
The best bread for French toast and French toast casseroles is thick, which is why we are using brioche. Day-old thick bread works the best.
Yes, you can use an equal amount of evaporated milk instead of the heavy cream. It may change the flavor slightly.
Process shots for French Toast Casserole with Brioche Bread
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Brioche French Toast Casserole Recipe
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 8×8 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
- 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.
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Hi, and welcome. I’m Zona, and I love creating recipes for easy dinners or desserts.
Suzanne Horkey
Tuesday 17th of December 2024
Hi I’m just wondering if I can substitute evaporated milk for the heavy cream?
Zona House
Tuesday 17th of December 2024
Hi Suzanne, yes you can use an equal amount of evap instead of the heavy cream. It may change the flavor slightly.