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Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole: Indulgent Brunch Bliss

This Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is an indulgent breakfast that combines creamy layers of cheese with fluffy bread for a delightful brunch experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Refrigeration Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf French Bread or Sourdough/Challah, brioche optional
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract plus 1/4 tsp for filling
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk almond milk as an option
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free option available
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter cold
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar for dusting

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the baking dish by greasing it and cube the French bread into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Mix the cream cheese filling by beating the softened cream cheese and then add confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Layer half of the cream cheese mixture over the cubed bread, then add the remaining cubed bread and press down gently.
  4. Whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar until smooth and pour over the bread.
  5. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 3 to 24 hours.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
  7. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon, then cut in butter until crumbly.
  8. Sprinkle topping over the casserole and bake for 45 to 55 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and enjoy it fresh for a perfect texture and flavor.

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