Trader Joe's Overnight Brioche French Toast Bake
Trader Joe'sTrader Joe's Overnight Brioche French Toast Bake
Ingredients
For the French Toast Bake
- 1 package Trader Joe's Brioche Buns, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Topping (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
- 1/4 cup Trader Joe's Organic Maple Syrup, warmed, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Arrange the cubed Trader Joe's Brioche Buns evenly in the prepared dish.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the brioche cubes, making sure all the bread is saturated. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 12 hours). This allows the brioche to fully soak up the custard.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
The next morning, preheat your oven to 375°F. Remove the French toast bake from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375
- 6
If using the optional topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the brioche bake.
⏱️ 5 min
- 7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast bake is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
⏱️ 40 min•🌡️ 375
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with Trader Joe's Organic Maple Syrup.
⏱️ 10 min
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Trader Joe'sTrader Joe's Overnight Brioche French Toast Bake
Ingredients
For the French Toast Bake
- 1 package Trader Joe's Brioche Buns, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Topping (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
- 1/4 cup Trader Joe's Organic Maple Syrup, warmed, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Arrange the cubed Trader Joe's Brioche Buns evenly in the prepared dish.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the brioche cubes, making sure all the bread is saturated. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 12 hours). This allows the brioche to fully soak up the custard.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
The next morning, preheat your oven to 375°F. Remove the French toast bake from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 375 - 6
If using the optional topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the brioche bake.
⏱️ 5 min - 7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast bake is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
⏱️ 40 min•🌡️ 375 - 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with Trader Joe's Organic Maple Syrup.
⏱️ 10 min