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Ina Garten Barefoot Contessa Baked French Toast Casserole

Delicious Ina Garten Baked French Toast Casserole Recipe

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Ina Garten's Baked French Toast Casserole, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 loaf Challah or Brioche Bread about 10 cups
  • 8 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar for streusel
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter (1 stick, cubed)

Equipment

  • 3-quart casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the challah or brioche into 1-inch cubes, and place them evenly in a generously greased 3-quart casserole dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed bread, ensuring every piece is thoroughly soaked. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Work in the cold, cubed unsalted butter until crumbly.
  6. Uncover the casserole, sprinkle with streusel topping, and bake for approximately 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  7. Allow the casserole to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to use slightly stale bread for best results.

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