Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole, a delightful dish that transforms breakfast into a special occasion. This creamy casserole features layers of buttery bread soaked in a rich custard infused with cream cheese and cinnamon. Topped with a crunchy brown sugar crumble, it’s perfect for brunches, holidays, or cozy family gatherings. Best of all, you can prepare it the night before, allowing the flavors to meld, making your morning stress-free and enjoyable. Serve it warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit for a truly irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (12-14 ounce) loaf of French bread or challah
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 and 1/4 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and cube the bread. Layer half in the bottom.
- In a mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth; add confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spoon over the bread layer.
- Top with remaining bread cubes. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and brown sugar until smooth; pour over the bread.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare topping by mixing brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg