Description
Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is the ultimate breakfast indulgence that brings together creamy, sweet filling and fluffy bread in a delightful baked dish. This make-ahead recipe is perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, allowing you to enjoy quality time with loved ones while savoring a warm, comforting meal. Topped with a crunchy brown sugar crumble, every bite offers a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors. Whether drizzled with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your breakfast table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread, sourdough, or challah
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 and 1/4 cups whole milk
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- Unsalted butter
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and cube the bread. Layer half in the pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; mix in confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spoon over the bread layer and top with remaining cubes.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and brown sugar; pour over the layered bread. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg