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Cannoli Baked French Toast

Cannoli Baked French Toast

This Cannoli Baked French Toast is a delicious fusion of classic French toast and cannoli flavors, perfect for a decadent breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 259 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

French Toast Base

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ cup ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract See: [Vanilla extract](https://urlgeni.us/amzn/VanillaextractFD)
  • 1 loaf sliced brioche bread
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Cannoli Filling

  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract See: [Vanilla extract](https://urlgeni.us/amzn/VanillaextractFD)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, ricotta, sugar, salt, and vanilla.
  • In a second bowl, add all the ingredients for the cannoli filling. Mix until smooth and creamy!
  • Take one slice of bread and spread 2 tablespoons of the cannoli mixture. Place another slice of brioche on top. Cut into four pieces. Arrange facing up in a buttered baking dish. Repeat until all of the bread has been used.
  • Pour custard over the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight!
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove cover from the baking dish. Top with mini chocolate chips. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until it is golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar!

Notes

This recipe can be prepared the night before for a convenient breakfast option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 151mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 433IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Baked French Toast, breakfast casserole, Cannoli, dessert, French Toast
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