Description

Baked Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole is a luscious breakfast treat that effortlessly combines the indulgence of cream cheese with the comforting flavors of classic French toast. Ideal for brunch gatherings or quiet family mornings, this casserole can be prepared ahead of time, allowing busy cooks to enjoy more time with their guests. With its sweet cream cheese filling and crunchy brown sugar topping, it’s sure to impress at any table. Serve it warm, drizzled with maple syrup or dusted with powdered sugar for an added touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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1 loaf (12-14 oz) French bread, sourdough, or challah
8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
8 large eggs
2 and 1/4 cups whole milk
2/3 cup light brown sugar
3 tsp pure vanilla extract
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
optional: maple syrup and/or confectioners' sugar for topping

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Instructions

Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Cube the bread and layer half in the pan.
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Spoon mixture over bread cubes. Top with remaining bread.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and brown sugar; pour over bread layers. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 3–4 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon for topping; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over casserole.
Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes until golden brown on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 210mg