Keto French Toast Casserole Delight
This delightful Keto French Toast Casserole is a perfect low-carb option for breakfast or brunch, packed with creamy flavors and a crunchy topping.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking dish
Ingredients
Bread Base Ingredients
- 3 tbsp softened butter for bread base
- 3 tbsp almond flour for bread base
- 3 tbsp coconut flour for bread base
- 3 large eggs for bread base
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk (from carton), for bread base
- 2 tsp baking powder
Creamy Filling Ingredients
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 2 tbsp powdered sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Rich Custard Ingredients
- 3 large eggs remaining, for custard
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk remaining (from carton), for custard
- 1/2 cup brown sugar sweetener for custard
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon for custard
Crumbly Topping Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour remaining, for topping
- 5 tbsp softened butter remaining, for topping
- 1/3 cup brown sugar sweetener remaining, for topping
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon remaining, for topping
For Serving (Optional)
- Sugar-free maple syrup optional, for serving
Instructions
- Warm Up Your Oven & Make the Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons softened butter, 3 tablespoons almond flour, 3 tablespoons coconut flour, 3 eggs, 1/4 cup coconut milk, and 2 teaspoons baking powder. Stir until it forms a smooth batter.
- Bake & Cube the Bread Base: Spread this batter evenly into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Let it cool for about 10 minutes, then cut the baked bread into bite-sized cubes right in the dish – no extra dishes needed! (You can even prepare this bread a day ahead to save time).
- Whip Up the Creamy Filling: While your bread cools, grab another bowl. Whisk together the softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons powdered sweetener, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is beautifully smooth and creamy.
- Create the Rich Custard: In a separate bowl, gently whisk the remaining 3 eggs, 3/4 cup coconut milk, 1/2 cup brown sugar sweetener, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Prepare the Crumbly Topping: For that irresistible crunch, combine the remaining 1 cup almond flour, 5 tablespoons softened butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar sweetener, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl. Use your fingers or a fork to "cut" the butter into the dry ingredients until lovely, coarse crumbs form.
- Assemble Your Delicious Casserole: Place all the bread cubes evenly back into your 8x8 baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the creamy cream cheese filling over the bread cubes. Carefully pour the rich custard mixture over everything, ensuring the bread is nicely soaked. Finally, sprinkle the cinnamon crumb topping evenly over the casserole.
- Bake Until Golden: Return the assembled casserole to your preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes. It's ready when the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Serve and Savor: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. A drizzle of your favorite sugar-free maple syrup makes it extra special. Enjoy this easy, healthy, and comforting breakfast or brunch!
Notes
You can prepare the bread base a day ahead to save time. Enjoy this easy, healthy, and comforting breakfast or brunch!
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 343
- Total Carbs: 7g (Net Carbs: 4g)
- Fats: 32g
- Protein: 9g
