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Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole for Breakfast Bliss

Indulge in a warm, comforting Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole featuring creamy filling and crunchy topping, perfect for breakfast gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 slices French Bread/Sourdough/Challah Sturdy bread that can soak up custard.
  • 6 large Eggs Essential for binding and richness.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Adds moisture and creaminess.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Brick Cream Cheese Soften to room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners’ Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Divide for both cream cheese and custard.
For the Custard Mixture
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust for more pronounced spice if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and caramel-like flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the topping.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use cold and cubed.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup For drizzling on top.
  • 1 tablespoon Confectioners’ Sugar For sprinkling before serving.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Slice bread into 1-inch cubes and layer half in the dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over the first layer of bread.
  3. Top with remaining bread cubes, pressing down gently.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and remaining vanilla extract. Pour over the layered bread and cream cheese.
  5. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  6. When ready to bake, combine brown sugar, flour, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Sprinkle topping over casserole and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with maple syrup or dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the fridge overnight before baking for stress-free mornings.

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