Baked French Toast With Pecans

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Baked French Toast With Pecans - A Sweet and Nutty Breakfast Option
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup ( the real stuff )
1 cup pecans , coarsely chopped
8 eggs
1 1/2 cups light cream ( or half and half )
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 loaf challah or 1 loaf egg bread , sliced ( 1 inch thick )
maple syrup , warmed , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
423
Sugar
25g
Fat
24g
Baked French Toast With Pecans is a sweet and indulgent breakfast option that is perfect for lazy weekend mornings or special occasions. This recipe takes the classic breakfast staple of French toast and adds a nutty twist with the addition of pecans. The recipe is easy to prepare, making it a great option for entertaining guests or meal prepping. Serve this dish with a warm cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the sweet and crunchy combination of flavors with every bite.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a small saucepan, melt the butter.
3.Add the brown sugar and maple syrup to the melted butter and whisk to combine.
4.Spread the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5.Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans over the mixture.
6.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, light cream, cinnamon, and vanilla.
7.Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides.
8.Place the slices of bread on top of the pecans in the baking dish.
9.Pour any remaining egg mixture over the slices of bread.
10.Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans over the top of the bread.
11.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
12.After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the French toast is set and golden brown.
13.Serve with warmed maple syrup.

PROS

Baked French Toast With Pecans is a delicious and easy breakfast recipe that can be made ahead of time.

The addition of pecans adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor that pairs well with the sweet maple syrup.

CONS

This recipe is relatively high in calories and sugar content, so it may not be the best breakfast option for those looking to eat a lighter meal.

If you are allergic to nuts, you will need to omit the pecans from the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest breakfast option, it does provide a good source of protein from the eggs and a small amount of calcium from the light cream.
If you use whole wheat bread instead of challah or egg bread, you can increase the fiber content of the recipe.
Pecans are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.

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