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Hot Cross Bun French Toast Casserole

A delightful and festive casserole combining the flavors of hot cross buns with a creamy French toast base, perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, British
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 6 pieces hot cross buns cut into cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
Topping
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit such as raisins and currants

Method
 

Prepare the Casserole
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the cubed hot cross buns to the egg mixture and gently fold to coat. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soak.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Bake and Serve
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with mixed dried fruit before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator. Just bake it in the morning for a quick and easy breakfast.

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