An indulgent overnight French Toast casserole featuring a caramelized brown sugar and butter base that mimics crème brûlée. Thick slices of brioche are soaked in a rich vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. No syrup needed!
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 loaf Challah or Brioche bread, sliced 1-inch thick
- 5 large eggs
- 1.5 cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier or orange juice (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Melt butter and pour into 9x13 baking dish. Whisk in brown sugar until spread evenly.
- Arrange bread slices in the dish on top of the sugar mixture.
- Whisk eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, salt, and orange liqueur. Pour over bread.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove dish from fridge.
- Bake covered for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 15-20 more minutes until puffed and golden.