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Cinnamon Vanilla French Toast Bake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cinnamon Vanilla French Toast Bake is a delightful and comforting breakfast casserole featuring cubes of brioche or challah bread soaked in a rich custard infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of brown sugar. Baked to golden perfection and topped with optional pecans and a buttery drizzle, this dish is perfect for holiday brunches or make-ahead mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread

  • 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

Custard Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Toppings and Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
  • Maple syrup, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange bread cubes: Place the 1-inch cubes of brioche or challah bread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Mix custard ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until the custard is smooth and well combined.
  4. Soak the bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the dish. Gently press the bread down to help it soak up the custard fully.
  5. Add toppings: Sprinkle chopped pecans on top if desired, then drizzle melted unsalted butter evenly over the surface.
  6. Bake covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to allow the custard to set and the bread to absorb the flavors.
  7. Finish baking uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is firm.
  8. Cool and serve: Allow the French toast bake to cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer custard, substitute half-and-half for the milk.
  • This bake can be assembled the night before and refrigerated overnight for a convenient make-ahead breakfast.
  • Swap pecans for walnuts or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free option.

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