Description
A delightful baked French toast casserole made with rich custard-soaked challah or brioche, perfect for brunch or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for the streusel)
Instructions
- Cut the bread: Begin by cutting the challah or brioche into cubes and placing them into a greased baking dish.
- Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Soak the bread: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, gently pressing them down to ensure everything is well-soaked.
- Prepare the streusel: In another bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon, mixing until crumbly.
- Top it off: Spread the streusel topping over the bread mixture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or, for the best results, overnight.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 1 hour, or until it’s golden brown and set in the middle.
- Cool and serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving to enjoy the full creaminess.
Notes
Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and fresh fruit. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American