Baked French Toast Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 loaf french bread (16 ounces cut into 1 inch cubes)
• 9 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipping)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cut in small cubes)

Instructions

1. 1

   Spread the bread cubes out in a well-greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, whipping cream, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes. Use the flat side of a spatula to push the bread cubes down into the egg mixture, so they start soaking up the custard.

3. 3

   Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry knife until crumbly. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

5. 5

   Remove the casserole from the fridge 40 minutes prior to baking to let it come to room temperature. Right before baking, sprinkle it with the topping. Bake at 350 degrees uncovered for 50-60 minutes or until set, puffy, and golden brown.