Description
This Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake is a delightful breakfast casserole perfect for feeding a crowd. Layers of sweet cinnamon swirl bread are soaked in a rich egg custard and baked until golden brown. It’s a comforting and delicious way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) loaf cinnamon swirl bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Arrange the bread cubes in a single layer in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are moistened. Press down gently to help them soak.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- While the oven preheats, prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the soaked bread.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the bake is puffed, golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, you can use challah or brioche bread instead of cinnamon swirl bread.
- If you don’t have time to refrigerate overnight, let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for an extra special treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 400-450 (will vary based on specific ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 30-35g
- Sodium: Approx. 300-350mg
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-13g
- Trans Fat: Less than 1g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 45-50g
- Fiber: Approx. 2-3g
- Protein: Approx. 10-12g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 150-170mg