French Toast Bake with Cream Cheese
Description
This French toast casserole with cream cheese is a breakfast treat that features maple syrup baked directly into the bread for a rich, luscious taste.
Ingredients
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1 (8 ounce) tub whipped cream cheese
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9 thick slices bread
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8 large eggs
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup pure maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 pinch ground cinnamon
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1 pinch ground nutmeg
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Spread cream cheese in a thick layer onto bread slices, then cut bread into cubes. Layer bread cubes in the bottom of a 9-inch square baking dish.
3
Whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl until well combined. Pour over bread cubes and pat gently until bread is evenly soaked. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until eggs are cooked and fluffy, 35 to 45 minutes.