French Toast Casserole W/ Mascarpone & Vermont Maple Syrup Recipe
Indulge in our decadent French Toast Casserole, a delightful blend of fluffy bread soaked in a rich custard, baked to golden perfection. Topped with creamy mascarpone that melts in your mouth and drizzled with authentic Vermont maple syrup, this dish is a sweet symphony of flavors that will elevate your breakfast experience to new heights. Perfectly comforting and irresistibly delicious, it's the ultimate way to start your day!
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Ingredients
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Casserole Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Bread
Cut the day-old bread into cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Make the Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Combine and Soak
Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, making sure all pieces are coated. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it soak in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Bake the Casserole
Transfer the soaked bread mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle with half of the Vermont maple syrup. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- 6
Serve
Once baked, let the casserole sit for a few minutes. Serve warm, drizzled with the remaining Vermont maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
