Make Ahead French Toast Soufflé

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group


 * Prep Time 20 min.
 * Cook Time 30 min.
 * Serves 12

Ingredients

 * 10 cups white bread cubes
 * 1 (8 ounce) package low fat cream cheese, softened
 * 8 eggs
 * 1½ cups milk
 * ⅔ cup half-and-half cream
 * ½ cup maple syrup
 * ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
 * 2 tablespoons confectioner's sugar

Directions

 * 1) Place bread cubes in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
 * 2) In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk, half and half, maple syrup, and vanilla until mixture is smooth. Pour cream cheese mixture over the bread; cover, and refrigerate overnight.
 * 3) The next morning, remove souffle from refrigerator, and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
 * 4) Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and serve warm.