Get ready to transform your breakfast game with the most decadent, mouthwatering French toast experience you'll ever encounter! Imagine a heavenly dish that combines the rich, caramel-like sweetness of dulce de leche with pillowy brioche bread, creating a breakfast bake so irresistible that it'll make your taste buds dance with pure joy. This isn't just another French toast recipe - it's a culinary masterpiece that blurs the line between breakfast and dessert, promising to elevate your morning routine from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of brioche bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup dulce de leche
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dulce de leche, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until completely smooth and well combined. Ensure the dulce de leche is fully incorporated with no lumps.
- Cut the brioche bread into 1-inch cubes. If the bread is very fresh, let the cubes sit out for 10-15 minutes to slightly dry out, which helps them absorb the custard mixture more effectively.
- Gently fold the bread cubes into the egg mixture, making sure each piece is evenly coated. Let the bread soak for 5-10 minutes, allowing it to absorb the custard thoroughly.
- Transfer the soaked bread mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Press down gently to ensure all bread pieces are nestled closely together.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the top from burning. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and let the French toast bake rest for 10 minutes. This allows the custard to set and makes serving easier.
- Before serving, dust generously with powdered sugar. For extra indulgence, drizzle additional warm dulce de leche over the top.
- Serve warm, either as a decadent breakfast or a delightful dessert. Can be accompanied by fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.
Tips
- • For the best texture, use day-old brioche bread or let fresh bread sit out for 10-15 minutes to slightly dry out. This helps the bread absorb the custard more effectively. • Make sure to whisk the dulce de leche thoroughly into the egg mixture to avoid any lumps and ensure even flavor distribution. • Don't skip the resting time after baking - those 10 minutes allow the custard to set perfectly and make serving much easier. • For an extra indulgent touch, warm the additional dulce de leche before drizzling over the top. • This dish can be prepared the night before and refrigerated, then baked in the morning for a stress-free breakfast. • Experiment with toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts to add extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 230mg
