Recovery CBD-Infused French Toast Casserole

Yield: Serves 12 / about 33 to 50 mg CBD per serving This breakfast is perfect for a recovery day. Whether you are an athlete or had an extreme workout, this Recovery CBD-Infused French Toast Casserole will help allow the muscles to recover quickly. 

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray, for preparing the baking dish 1 brioche loaf, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes 1 (12 ounces, or 340 g) container mascarpone or dairy-free cream cheese, such as Kite Hill 2 cups (480 ml) hemp milk 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or plant based half-and-half 8 large eggs 2 tablespoons (25 g) organic sugar  1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon salt 400 to 600 mg full-spectrum CBD Oil

Method of Preparation

1. Coat a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Arrange two-thirds of the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish and dot evenly with mascarpone. Top with the remaining bread cubes and press down gently.
3. In a large bowl, whisk the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and CBD oil.
4. Pour mixture evenly over the casserole. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours, or overnight.
5. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
6. Uncover the casserole and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until lightly brown and puffy.
7. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

TIP Make this casserole the night before and bake in the morning for a super simple and elegant breakfast. Source: Petitto, R.D., Melissa. The CBD Handbook Over 75 Recipes for Hemp-Derived Health and Wellness. New York, Chartwell Books, 2019.