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Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Bake

Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Bake

Cinnamon swirl French toast bake with brown sugar swirls and cream cheese drizzle. Viral brunch show stopper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf brioche bread cubed, about 12 oz
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon for the custard
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup salted butter softened, for swirl
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed, for swirl
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon for swirl
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened, for drizzle
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for drizzle
  • 3 tbsp milk for drizzle

Method
 

  1. **Cube.** Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add cubed brioche to the dish.
  2. **Custard.** Whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, 1 tsp cinnamon, and salt. Pour over bread. Press down to soak.
  3. **Refrigerate.** Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. **Swirl.** In a bowl mix softened butter, brown sugar, and 2 tbsp cinnamon. Drop dollops over the soaked bread. Use a knife to swirl through.
  5. **Bake.** Bake at 350F for 45 minutes until golden and set in the center.
  6. **Drizzle.** Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the warm bake.
  7. **Serve.** Slice and serve hot with fresh fruit.

Notes

Soak overnight or at least 4 hours for best texture. Use brioche or challah, never sandwich bread. Soften butter for the cinnamon swirl or it will not spread.