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A Decadent Breakfast Delight: Recipe for Brioche French Toast Casserole
Breakfast & brunch
✨ Introduction:
Start your morning with something truly special — a warm, custardy brioche French toast casserole. With its soft, buttery texture and sweet cinnamon-vanilla flavor, this baked dish turns any breakfast or brunch into a luxurious experience.
Whether you’re hosting guests or just treating your family, this recipe is the perfect make-ahead option for weekends, holidays, or cozy mornings in.
🛒 Ingredients:
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1 loaf brioche bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
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6 large eggs
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2 cups whole milk
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp salt
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Powdered sugar (for serving)
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Maple syrup or fruit (optional toppings)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Prepare Bread: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add cubed brioche evenly inside.
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Mix Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugars, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
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Pour Over Bread: Slowly pour custard mixture over the brioche, pressing down gently to coat.
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Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
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Bake: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes or until golden and puffed.
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Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit.
🧡 Why You’ll Love It:
✔️ Buttery brioche soaks up rich custard beautifully
✔️ Make-ahead friendly for busy mornings
✔️ Crowd-pleasing and elegant
✔️ Sweet, warm, and comforting
🧊 Storage Tip:
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.