Description
French toast casserole with pecan topping is a delightful twist on a breakfast classic, combining the comforting flavors of cinnamon and vanilla with a crunchy pecan topping. This make-ahead dish is perfect for brunches or family gatherings, promising to impress your loved ones with its restaurant-quality taste and warm aromas. Enjoy every bite as you gather around the table for this heartwarming meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- Add cubed bread to the mixture, ensuring each piece is soaked. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter for the topping.
- Pour the bread mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle with pecan topping.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 180mg