Baked Croissant Blueberry French Toast With Crispy Pecans

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Baked Croissant Blueberry French Toast With Crispy Pecans is an indulgent breakfast recipe that is perfect for weekend brunch or a special occasion
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -8 plain croissants , cut in half lengthwise
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
1 orange , zest of
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
1 cup pecans
1/4 cup unsalted butter , plus
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups blueberries
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup blueberries
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
919
Sugar
49g
Fat
45g
Baked Croissant Blueberry French Toast With Crispy Pecans is a decadent breakfast recipe that is perfect for weekend brunch or a special occasion. The croissants provide a buttery, flaky base for the egg mixture to soak into, while the blueberries and pecans add texture and flavor. The dish is finished off with a homemade blueberry maple syrup that is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's a breakfast that will leave you feeling satisfied and content for hours to come.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, half-and-half, nutmeg, vanilla, Grand Marnier, orange zest, brown sugar, white sugar, and salt.
3.Dip each croissant half in the mixture until well-coated, then arrange in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
4.Pour any remaining egg mixture over the croissants.
5.In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter with pecans and 1/4 teaspoon salt over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes until fragrant and toasted.
6.Pour the pecan mixture over the croissants and top with blueberries.
7.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the egg mixture is set.
8.While the French toast is baking, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat and let the mixture thicken for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
9.Let the French toast sit for a few minutes to cool and slice before serving with blueberry maple syrup on top.

PROS

This French toast bake is the perfect combination of sweet, buttery croissants, juicy blueberries, and crunchy pecans.

It’s a perfect recipe for feeding a crowd, or can be prepared in advance for an easy breakfast or brunch.

CONS

This recipe is not the healthiest breakfast option, as it is high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, this recipe does contain blueberries, which are a good source of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber.
Pecans are also a good source of healthy fats and vitamins, and have been linked to reduced inflammation in the body.

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