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Brioche French Toast Casserole

Buttery sweet oven baked French toast casserole made with brioche bread for an ultimate sweet breakfast or brunch. Wait till you dig to the bottom, it has a sweet cinnamony surprise.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time50 mins
Course: Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 283kcal
Author: Amira

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 casserole dish
  • 1 small saucepan
  • 1 large bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 (17.6oz) loaf brioche bread stale bread works better
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup + 2 teaspoon packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 can (21oz) apple pie filling
  • 6 large eggs
  • cups whole milk
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Cut loaf into 1 inch cubes and set aside.
  • Spray a 9x13 casserole with oil spray and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan add butter and brown sugar, melt over medium heat and mix well.
  • Add brown sugar mixture to the bottom of the casserole dish top with pie filling.
  • Place cubed bread on top.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and brown sugar.
  • Pour custard mixture over and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Let it soak for 30 minutes to 1 hour in your fridge. You can leave it overnight too.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • Take the casserole out and remove the plastic wrap.
  • Cover loosely with foil and bake for 40 minutes in the middle of your oven.
  • Uncover and continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes or until nicely browned at the top and bubbly.
  • Sprinkle top with powdered sugar or serve slices with syrup and fresh fruits on the side.

Notes

  • If you do not want to use the pie filling, double the sugar and butter at the bottom of the dish.
  • Stale bread (a day or two old) is better for this recipe. You can cut the bread and place them on a baking sheet, place inside your oven overnight. Please note the oven should not be turned on!
  • Make ahead:
    • You can assemble the dish cover with plastic wrap and leave in the fridge overnight then bake before eating. 
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Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 528IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 1mg