Indulge in the delightful flavors of cinnamon and French toast with this easy-to-make Cinnamon French Toast Bake. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of French bread, cut into cubes
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the bread cubes to the egg mixture and toss to coat.
- Pour the melted butter into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar over the melted butter.
- Spread the bread mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Serve hot with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
Interesting Facts
French toast is believed to have originated in medieval Europe.
Cinnamon is not only delicious but also has numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties.