Description
Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a scrumptious and comforting dish that transforms breakfast into a delightful experience. This casserole features layers of soft bread enveloped in a sweet cream cheese filling, topped with a crunchy brown sugar crumble that adds the perfect texture. Ideal for any gathering, from family brunches to festive celebrations, this make-ahead recipe allows you to prep the night before, giving you more time to enjoy with loved ones. Serve it warm with fresh fruits or a drizzle of maple syrup for an indulgent treat that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf (12-14oz) French bread, sourdough, or challah
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
- 3 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 8 large eggs
- 2¼ cups whole milk
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (divided)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Cut the bread into cubes and layer half in the pan.
- In a mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth; mix in confectioners’ sugar and ¼ tsp vanilla. Spoon dollops over the bread layer and top with remaining cubes.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, brown sugar, and remaining vanilla; pour over the bread mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). For the topping, mix remaining brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg