Smoked French Toast Casserole

Description

This Smoked French Toast Casserole combines brioche bread, smoky bacon, and rich maple custard for the ultimate comfort food upgrade. The smoker at 225°F creates an incredibly moist, custardy texture you can't get in a regular oven. Serve warm with maple syrup for a nostalgic dish with a creative twist.

Ingredients

1 loaf 1 Brioche Bread, cut into 1" pieces (8-13 slices)
6 slices bacon, thick cut double smoked, cooked and diced

CUSTARD

6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup maple syrup (+ more for service)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1
Spray 9x13" baking dish with pan spray
2
Layer bread and bacon in two tiers in the pan
3
Mix all the ingredients of the custard together and pour over bread mixture, using a spatula to press it down to absorb the liquid. Let rest for 5 minutes
4
Place in a preheated 225° smoker and allow to smoke for 45 minutes to an hour until the custard sets
5
Cut into squares and serve immediately with maple syrup. Enjoy!

Read it online: https://brinnerbites.com/recipe/smoked-french-toast-casserole/