Decadent Baked French Toast
Ingredients: 11
Enjoy the rich and flavorful experience of indulging in this decadent baked French toast. Slices of French bread are meticulously arranged in a pan, then soaked in a luscious mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of salt. Drizzled with maple syrup, left to marinate overnight, and finally topped with a delightful pecan and brown sugar mixture, this dish is then baked to perfection, creating a mouthwatering breakfast delight.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Decadent Baked French Toast | |
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1 | French bread loaf, sliced into 1-inch pieces |
8 | eggs |
3 | cups whole milk |
2 | tablespoons pure sugar |
1 | tablespoon Vanilla extract |
½ | teaspoon cinnamon |
1 | dash Salt |
Maple Syrup | |
½ | pound Butter |
1 | cup fine chopped pecans |
1 | cup brown sugar |
Instructions
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For Preparing and Baking the French Toast
- Slice the French bread into approximately 20 pieces, each around 1 inch thick. Arrange the slices in a large greased 9x13 inch pan, ensuring some may overlap.
- In a large bowl, lightly whisk together the eggs, whole milk, pure sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a dash of salt. Pour the mixture over the bread slices, ensuring they are fully soaked. Drizzle a light amount of maple syrup over the top.
- Cover the pan and refrigerate overnight. The next day, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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For Topping and Baking the French Toast
- In a bowl, mix the chopped pecans, butter, and brown sugar. Spread this mixture on top of the soaked bread slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes until golden and set. Serve with additional maple syrup and butter. Enjoy!
Aug 06, 2024