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Brunch just got a serious upgrade with this tiramisu French toast casserole that combines two breakfast favorites into one rich, indulgent bake. With layers of creamy ricotta spread, bold espresso flavor and pillowy-soft Texas toast, this recipe is perfect for weekends, special occasions or when you simply want to treat yourself. It’s easy to prep ahead, full of warm spices and finished with a dusting of cocoa and fresh strawberries. Every bite is creamy, cozy and coffeehouse inspired.
This tiramisu French toast casserole brings together creamy ricotta, rich coffee flavor and sweet strawberries for the perfect brunch-worthy bake.
You might also like French toast muffins, vegan kaiserschmarrn, tiramisu Swiss roll, tiramisu cookies, or Starbucks style banana bread.
Why You’ll Love It
Brunch ready: Perfect for weekends, holidays or hosting.
Tiramisu twist: Combines the best of dessert and breakfast.
Make ahead friendly: Assemble the night before and bake fresh.
Bold flavor: Instant coffee, cocoa and vanilla make it extra special.
Creamy topping: The sweet cream spread adds a luxurious finish.
Tiramisu French Toast Casserole Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Texas toast: Thick, fluffy slices absorb the rich custard mixture perfectly.
Eggs: Provide structure and richness to the casserole base.
Heavy cream: Adds creamy texture and elevates the custard. Also loosens the spread for a smooth, spoonable texture.
Vanilla extract: Adds warm, fragrant sweetness.
Granulated sugar: Sweetens the casserole base.
Brown sugar: Adds depth and caramel-like sweetness.
Nutmeg: This spice warms the flavor and complements the coffee.
Instant coffee powder: Delivers bold espresso flavor reminiscent of classic tiramisu.
Cocoa powder: Adds that signature chocolatey finish.
Ricotta cheese: Creamy and mild, it forms the base of the spread.
Icing sugar: Sweetens the cream mixture smoothly.
Strawberries: Fresh slices brighten the richness and add a pop of color.
How to Make French Toast Tiramisu Casserole
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Make the custard: Whisk eggs, cream, sugars, vanilla, nutmeg, and coffee powder in a large mixing bowl.
Assemble the casserole: Cut bread into triangles and layer in a casserole dish.
Soak the bread: Pour custard over the bread and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight.
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven until golden and set.
Make the sweet cream spread: Beat ricotta, icing sugar, cream and vanilla until smooth.
Finish the casserole: Top with sweet cream, dust with cocoa powder and coffee, and garnish with strawberries.
Substitutions and Variations
Use brioche or challah: For a richer texture instead of Texas toast.
Substitute mascarpone for ricotta: To lean more into traditional tiramisu flavor.
Add chocolate chips: Sprinkle between bread layers for extra indulgence.
Serving Suggestions
With savory breakfast items: Enjoy bacon and eggs benedict with your French toast casserole, or perhaps breakfast burritos or a hash brown casserole.
With a drink: Enjoy an oat milk shaken espresso or a banana smoothie.
How to Store Tiramisu French Toast Casserole
Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: You can warm it back up in the oven or microwave.
Top Tips
Use day-old bread: It soaks up the custard better and holds its shape.
Chill overnight if possible: This deepens flavor and softens the bread perfectly.
Add topping just before serving: The sweet cream and garnish are best fresh.
Tiramisu French Toast Casserole FAQs
You can, but thicker bread like Texas toast or brioche works best for texture.
Yes, store it in the fridge and add it just before serving.
It’s noticeable but balanced by the sweetness and creaminess of the other ingredients.
Tiramisu Stuffed French Toast Casserole
Tiramisu French Toast Casserole
Equipment
- Baking Dish 3-Quart
- Electric Mixer or Stand Mixer
Ingredients
- ½ Loaf Texas toast, or thick-sliced bread
- 4 eggs
- ½ Cup heavy cream
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 Teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 Tablespoon instant coffee powder
- ½ Tablespoon cocoa powder
For the Sweet Cream Spread
- ¼ Cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ Cup icing sugar
- 3 Tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
To Garnish
- ½ Cup strawberries, fresh, sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add eggs, heavy cream, vanilla, sugar, brown sugar, nutmeg, and half of the coffee powder. Whisk well
- Cut bread slices in half diagonally to make triangles. Arrange bread in a 3-quart casserole dish.
- Pour egg mixture over the bread and let soak for at least 1 hour, or overnight. Cover and place into the fridge until ready to cook. Then, preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place French toast into the oven on the center rack and bake for 45 minutes.
- While the french toast is baking, prepare the sweet cream spread. Add all ingredients into a medium mixing bowl or stand mixer and beat on high speed for 1 minute.
- Remove French toast from the oven. Add a scoop of the sweet cream over the center of the toast while it is still hot. Sprinkle the top with cocoa powder, remaining instant coffee, and powdered sugar.
- Garnish with strawberry slices.
Notes
Chill overnight if possible: This deepens flavor and softens the bread perfectly.
Add topping just before serving: The sweet cream and garnish are best fresh.
Nutrition
If you’re ready to wow your guests or just treat yourself to something special, this tiramisu French toast casserole checks every box. With creamy ricotta topping, warm spice, rich coffee notes and pops of fresh strawberry, this delicious weekend breakfast recipe brings a comforting twist to classic tiramisu. Whether served for brunch, holiday mornings or lazy weekends, this bake brings big flavor with minimal effort. You’ll love how it transforms everyday ingredients into something truly irresistible. This tiramisu French toast recipe is a keeper.
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Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
This casserole was a game-changer! The combination of tiramisu and French toast is genius. My family loved it!
Tiramisu French toast casserole? Yes, please! Made this for brunch and everyone loved it.
There was no leftovers. This has got to be my new favorite recipe from your site!!
You had me at tiramisu! This was absolutely heavenly!
This is the best of 2 worlds combined!!! I can’t wait to make this
I love a good hybrid or fusion recipe those are always the best of both worlds in my humble opinion!
Holy moly this sounds amazing!!! I avoid french toast because I hate the idea of standing over the stove flipping bread for an hour, but baked, this sounds right up my alley!!
Tiramasu and french toast are two of my favorite things! I can’t wait to try this.
Oh man this would be perfect for my breakfast tomorrow since it’s my birthday
I could eat this every day!