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American🥄 Easy

Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Bake

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Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
8servings
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A decadent overnight breakfast casserole featuring thick-cut bread soaked in a rich custard and topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel.

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Ingredients

Servings:8
  • 1 loaf Brioche or Challah bread, cubed
  • 8 pieces Large eggs
  • 2 cups Whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup Brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 bottle Maple syrup for serving(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Place the cubed bread evenly into the prepared baking dish.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down lightly to ensure all bread is submerged.

  5. 5

    In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon to create the crumble topping.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle the cinnamon crumble mixture over the top of the soaked bread.

  7. 7

    Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

  8. 8

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and set.

Nutrition per Serving

420

Calories

12g

Protein

52g

Carbs

18g

Fat

2g

Fiber

24g

Sugar

380mg

Sodium

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