CINNAMON-ORANGE FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
Who's ready for brunch?! Well, this recipe is one wonderful breakfast treat, for sure. There are multiple steps involved - and a good bit of effort - so be sure to plan ahead on this one. The pay-off is well worth the work.
Provided by Marybeth Mank
Categories Fruit Breakfast
Time 12h45m
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- 1. French Toast In mixing bowl of stand mixer, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, orange zest, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until eggs are broken up and evenly combined. Generously butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray a nonstick 9"X13" baking dish. Place bread slices in baking pan in two rows, overlapping slices a bit. Pour egg mixture over bread slices, ensuring even coverage. Spoon some of the mixture in between bread slices. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, preheat oven to 350°F. Dot top with 3 or 4 tablespoons cubed Dark Chocolate Orange Butter. Bake for 45 minutes, or just until puffed and slightly golden. Cut into squares and serve with additional Dark Chocolate Orange Butter and Cinnamon-Orange Syrup.
- 2. Dark Chocolate Orange Butter Place chocolate chips in small heatproof nonmetal mixing bowl and place in microwave. Melt chips, stirring halfway through cooking time, on medium to medium high power for 45 seconds, or just until chips are sufficiently softened to be blendable [be careful not to overheat or burn]. Remove from microwave and place melted chocolate in stand mixer mixing bowl. Use the whisk attachment to whisk in powdered sugar, espresso powder, orange liquor, and orange juice concentrate until smooth. Add butter and orange zest; stir until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture equally between two pieces of parchment paper (6" X 8"). Roll parchment into log shapes and twist ends to secure. Wrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate until firm, about two hours (or you can place logs in the freezer for 30 minutes). Slice into thin rounds as needed. (This recipe can be prepared several days in advance. Keep frozen or refrigerated. Thaw at room temperature before serving. This recipe would also be great for grilled or broiled fruit or as a topping for pancakes, waffles, and toast.)
- 3. Cinnamon-Orange Syrup Combine water, orange juice, orange zest and brown sugar in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Boil until the syrup reduces to 1 cup, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the cream and cinnamon. Keep the syrup warm. (The syrup can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Re-warm before serving.)
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[email protected]This casserole was a big hit at our potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Michael Sherwood
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cinnamon, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. But I'm so glad I did! The orange flavor really shines through and the casserole is not too sweet.
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[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the casserole turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to others.
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[email protected]This casserole was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Other than that, it was a great recipe.
Amy Bivins
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the orange in this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds a really nice flavor to the casserole.
Md Abul Hasan
[email protected]This casserole is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover bread. I also love that it can be made ahead of time.
Alom Islam
[email protected]I love the combination of cinnamon and orange in this casserole. It's the perfect way to start a special day.
Sbahle Lujabe
[email protected]This is my new go-to recipe for French toast casserole. It's so simple to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
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[email protected]I've made this casserole twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.
Mahnoor Razzaqe
[email protected]This cinnamon orange French toast casserole was a hit at our family brunch! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the casserole was cooked to perfection.