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French Toast Casserole Brioche with a spatula in a baking dish.

Brioche French Toast Casserole Recipe

Zona House
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!
4.50 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cool Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 448 kcal

Equipment

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
Storage instructions
  • 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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