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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole

A decadent breakfast dish that's as indulgent as dessert, featuring crispy edges and a custardy center. Perfect for family gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf French bread, cubed Use day-old bread for better absorption
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk Can substitute with non-dairy alternative
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving
  • Powdered sugar for serving
  • Caramelized sugar for topping (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Cut the loaf of French bread into bite-sized cubes and distribute them in the baking dish.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until well combined.
  4. Gently pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread, pressing down slightly to ensure absorption.
  5. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Remove the plastic wrap and bake the casserole for about 50 minutes, until golden on top and the custard has set.
  3. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.
  4. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and add caramelized sugar on top if desired.

Notes

Use day-old bread for the best texture. Avoid overmixing the custard to maintain creaminess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.