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Christmas Breakfast French Toast Casserole

Made with brioche bread, eggs, cream cheese, and crumb topping, this Christmas Breakfast French Toast Casserole is a family favorite.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Inactive Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas Breakfast French Toast Casserole
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 572kcal
Author: Lois

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Brioche or Challah Bread cubed

Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Custard/Egg Layer:

  • 8 eggs
  • 2 ¼ cups whole milk
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup light brown sugar

Crumb Topping:

  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Place half of the cubed Brioche bread in the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish that's been sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • In the bowl of a KichenAid mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the softened cream, powdered sugar, and maple syrup until smooth.
  • Drop by spoonful to the top of the cubed bread.
  • Layer the remaining bread on top.
  • Set aside.
  • Whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until combined.
  • Pour evenly over the top of the bread.
  • Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, up to 12 hours.

The Next Morning:

  • Prepare the crumb topping by combining together the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Cut in the cold butter with a pastry blender.
  • Sprinkle the topping evely over the soaked bread.
  • Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  • Sprinkle it with powdered sugar before serving.
  • Serve with warmed maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 301mg | Sodium: 443mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g