Brioche French Toast Casserole
This delicious Brioche French Toast Casserole recipe brings the buttery Brioche bread with the classic comforts of French toast baked to perfection and topped with your favorite fruit and maple syrup. Perfect for a good breakfast, weekend brunches, or special occasions, this Brioche French Toast Casserole is easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Handy tip: Prepare Ahead!
One of the best things about this Brioche French Toast Casserole is that it can be prepared the night before. Simply assemble the casserole, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil, and store it in the refrigerator overnight.
In the morning, just pop it in the oven and bake as directed. This make-ahead option not only saves time but also allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, ensuring a delicious and stress-free breakfast or brunch.
Just a few ingredients
Brioche French Toast Casserole Recipe
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Place the brioche bread cubes evenly in the greased baking dish.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, half & half, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the brioche bread cubes, ensuring that all the bread is soaked in the mixture. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
- In another bowl, combine the brown sugar and cold butter pieces using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and butter mixture over the top of the soaked brioche bread in the baking dish.
- Bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- After you take it out of the oven let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the brioche French toast casserole warm, drizzled with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and topped with fresh berries. Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- Choosing the Bread: Brioche bread is perfect for this recipe due to its rich, buttery texture. Try to use day-old bread it absorbs the liquid better.
- Cutting the Bread: Cutting the Bread: Cut the brioche into uniform cubes to ensure even soaking and baking.
- Mixing the Custard: Make sure to whisk the eggs, half & half, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt thoroughly. This ensures that the flavors are well-distributed and the custard is smooth.
- Soaking Time: Allowing the bread to soak in the egg mixture for 15-20 minutes is crucial. It ensures that the bread absorbs all the delicious flavors, resulting in a moist and flavorful casserole.
- Topping: For the brown sugar and butter topping, use cold butter cut into small pieces. This helps create a crumbly mixture that will form a delightful, caramelized crust on top of the casserole.
- Baking: Keep an eye on the casserole while it bakes. You want the top to be golden brown and the custard to be set. If the top is browning too quickly, you can cover it loosely with foil to prevent it from burning.
- Serving: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving to allow it to set completely. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh berries for added freshness and flavor.
- Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate it. This makes it perfect for busy mornings or when you have guests. In the morning, just bake and enjoy a stress-free, delicious breakfast.
FAQs about Brioche French Toast Casserole
Brioche French Toast Casserole
Yield:
8
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 5 minutes
This delicious Brioche French Toast Casserole recipe brings the buttery Brioche bread with the classic comforts of French toast baked to perfection and topped with your favorite fruit and maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of brioche bread, sliced into cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups half & half
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of cold butter, cut into small pieces
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Place the brioche bread cubes evenly in the greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half & half, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the brioche bread cubes, ensuring that all the bread is soaked in the mixture. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
- In another bowl, combine the brown sugar and cold butter pieces using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and butter mixture over the top of the soaked brioche bread in the baking dish.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the brioche French toast casserole warm, drizzled with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and topped with fresh berries. Enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- For convenience, you can prepare the casserole the night before. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
- While brioche is recommended for its rich texture, you can substitute with challah or any sturdy, slightly sweet bread.
- Add a splash of orange zest or a sprinkle of nutmeg to the egg mixture for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 542Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 246mgSodium: 411mgCarbohydrates: 63gFiber: 1gSugar: 47gProtein: 10g
