Baked Sausage-Stuffed French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Baked Sausage-Stuffed French Toast – a savory twist on a classic breakfast dish

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

3 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

14g

Fat

35g

French toast is a classic breakfast dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It consists of slices of bread that are soaked in an egg and milk mixture, then fried until golden and crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. This recipe puts a savory twist on the classic dish by adding maple breakfast sausage and sharp cheddar cheese. The result is a hearty and flavorful breakfast that is perfect for a weekend morning or a special occasion. The dish is easy to prepare but does require some advance planning, as it needs to be refrigerated for several hours or overnight before baking.

Instructions

1.	Cook maple breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.
2.	Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and maple syrup until evenly combined.
3.	Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange 4 slices of bread in the bottom of the dish, overlapping slightly, and top with half of the cooked sausage and 6 slices of cheddar cheese.
4.	Repeat with another layer of bread, sausage, and cheese.
5.	Pour the egg mixture over the top of the bread and sausage layers, making sure to coat everything evenly.
6.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
7.	Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake the French toast for 45-50 minutes, until golden and puffy and the center is set.
8.	Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This breakfast dish is delicious and filling, perfect for weekend mornings or special occasions.

The savory sausage and melted cheese add a unique twist to classic French toast.

CONS

The dish can be high in calories, fat, and sodium, depending on the type of sausage and cheese used.

It requires some advance preparation, as it needs to be refrigerated for at least two hours before baking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, there are a few ways to make it more nutritious.
Use whole grain bread, turkey sausage, and reduced-fat cheese to reduce the calorie and fat content.
Eggs and milk provide protein and calcium, respectively, and maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness without adding much sugar.

	3/4 lb maple breakfast sausage , casings removed
	6 eggs
	2/3 cup milk
	1/4 cup maple syrup
	8 slices oatmeal bread
	12 slices sharp cheddar cheese