Description

This Tiramisu French Toast Casserole is a decadent breakfast or brunch dish that combines the rich flavors of tiramisu with the comforting texture of French toast. Featuring soft brioche soaked in a mascarpone and coffee-infused custard, then baked to golden perfection and dusted with cocoa powder, it’s a delightful treat perfect for special occasions or cozy mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

French Toast Base

1 loaf of brioche bread, cut into cubes

Custard Mixture

4 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Finishing

Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
Prepare Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mascarpone cheese, sugar, cooled brewed coffee, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Coat Bread Cubes: Add the brioche cubes to the custard mixture and gently fold them in to ensure all pieces are thoroughly coated without breaking.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish and spread the soaked brioche cubes evenly in the dish for uniform cooking.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set, indicating the casserole is cooked through.
Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly to set further, then dust with cocoa powder before serving to add the classic tiramisu flavor and a beautiful finishing touch.

Notes

Make sure the brewed coffee is cooled before adding it to the custard to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
Use day-old brioche bread if possible; it absorbs the custard better without becoming too soggy.
You can prepare this casserole the night before and refrigerate it, then bake in the morning for a convenient breakfast.
Dusting cocoa powder just before serving preserves its rich flavor and ensures it doesn’t get absorbed or dissolve.
For added texture, consider sprinkling chocolate shavings or a dusting of powdered sugar on top along with the cocoa powder.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Tiramisu French Toast Casserole, breakfast casserole, mascarpone, brioche French toast, coffee-flavored breakfast, baked French toast, brunch recipe