Custard French Toast Casserole – a Breakfast Favorite, Elevated

Instructions

1. In a Serving Frying Pan, combine the butter and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until the butter begins to brown slightly and the sugar melts into a syrupy texture.

2. Turn off the heat and stir in the cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.

3. Arrange the sliced bread neatly over the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture in the Serving Frying Pan, then set aside.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fully combined.

5. Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring all pieces are well soaked. Cover the Serving Frying Pan with its lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This way, the custard will soak into the bread!

6. Remove the Serving Frying Pan from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while the oven preheats to 350°F (175°C).

7. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard has set.

8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, and drizzle with spiced berry sauce or maple syrup.