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French Toast Casserole with Croissants

Indulgent French Toast Casserole with Croissants Delight

This French Toast Casserole with Croissants elevates brunch with buttery croissants and custardy goodness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 large Croissants Day-old for better absorption
  • 2 cups Half and Half or Whole Milk Non-dairy milk works for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract Substitute with other extracts if needed
  • 6 large Eggs Essential for binding custard
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be replaced by white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Increase for a bolder flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly due to potency
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Substitute with less table salt if desired
  • 1 cup Strawberries Swap with other berries like raspberries
  • 1 cup Blueberries
For Serving
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional dusting before serving
  • 1 cup Lightly Sweetened Whipped Cream Optional but recommended
  • 1 cup Pure Maple Syrup Agave syrup can substitute for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Dark Rum Use bourbon or omit for non-alcoholic

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • Whisk
  • saucepan

Method
 

Custard Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the half and half, eggs, vanilla extract, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and kosher salt until smooth.
Casserole Assembly
  1. Slice the croissants in half and arrange them cut side up in a greased baking dish. Scatter the strawberries and blueberries over the croissants, then pour the custard mixture evenly over them.
Refrigeration
  1. Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
Syrup Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over low heat, combine maple syrup and dark rum until heated through.
Serving
  1. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with whipped cream and a drizzle of rum maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old croissants for better absorption and soak overnight for enhanced flavor.

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