Cinnamon French Toast Bubble Up is a delightful and easy breakfast dish that combines the flavors of cinnamon French toast with a “bubble up” casserole. This typically means that pieces of bread or dough are mixed with a custard mixture and other ingredients, then baked until golden and bubbly. It’s a great recipe for brunches, holidays, or when you want something a little special without too much fuss. Here’s a simple way to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated flaky biscuits
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or use all milk for a lighter version)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Butter for greasing the pan
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Prepare the Biscuits:
- Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and cut each biscuit into quarters.
- Make Custard Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the Bubble Up:
- Toss the biscuit pieces in the egg mixture until they are well coated.
- Pour the biscuit and egg mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading the pieces out evenly.
- Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the biscuits to soak up some of the custard.
- Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup on the side.
- Optional Add-ins:
- For an extra treat, you can sprinkle the top with additional cinnamon, or add a handful of raisins, chocolate chips, or nuts to the biscuit mixture before baking.
Cinnamon French Toast Bubble Up can be a sweet and indulgent start to the day or a fun breakfast-for-dinner option. It’s a versatile dish that can be easily customized with your favorite French toast toppings and add-ins. Enjoy!