Chocolate French Toast Casserole
The ultimate comfort food, the Chocolate French Toast Casserole is a rich, chocolatey delight. Perfect for a cozy brunch or special occasion, this easy weeknight treat will have everyone craving seconds!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Oven
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Challah bread Cut into large 2-3 inch pieces
- 8 eggs Room temperature
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 packet Instant hot cocoa Dry mixture
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 stick butter Unsalted
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
Instructions
- Add eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, cocoa powder, and one Instant packet of hot cocoa to a large mixing bowl. Whisk well to combine until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
- Add the challah bread pieces to the bowl in a few batches. Gently stir to ensure the bread is coated and has absorbed the mixture.
- Add bread to the prepared baking dish and top it with chocolate chips, repeating this with the remaining bread. Pour any remaining chocolate mixture over the bread.
- Add butter and brown sugar to a small saucepan and melt over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5-7 minutes. When the mixture is smooth and shiny, pour it over the bread.
- Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Allow the casserole to stay at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before transferring to the oven.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Start checking at 25 minutes.
- Once it bakes, serve immediately, preferably with maple syrup and fresh fruits!
Notes
- Tip: Just the contents of the packets or k-cups, not the drink!