Lost Maples French Toast Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Description:
Discover the essence of Texas mornings with Lost Maples French Toast, a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite. This recipe, originating from a Texas cookbook, offers a quicker and easier alternative to traditional French toast, making it perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches alike.
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 4 eggs
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 loaf of bread, cut into cubes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 389.9
- Total Fat: 18.4g
- Saturated Fat: 9.4g
- Cholesterol: 251.2mg
- Sodium: 335.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 44.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.2g
- Sugars: 26.1g
- Protein: 13.2g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray an 8x8x2 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Assembling the Dish:
- Spread the cubed bread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Distribute small dollops of cream cheese over the bread cubes, ensuring even coverage.
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Preparing the Custard Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
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Baking:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes and cream cheese in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
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Baking Time:
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
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Serving:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Optionally, drizzle with additional maple syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Tips for Success:
- Bread Selection: Choose a hearty bread like brioche or challah for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Cream Cheese: Soften the cream cheese slightly before using for easier distribution over the bread cubes.
- Customization: Feel free to add a handful of your favorite nuts or a sprinkle of raisins to the bread cubes before pouring the custard mixture for added texture and flavor variation.
Serving Suggestions:
Lost Maples French Toast pairs wonderfully with a side of fresh fruit such as berries or sliced bananas, and a steaming cup of coffee or freshly squeezed orange juice. Whether you’re hosting a brunch gathering or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this recipe promises to bring the flavors of Texas right to your table with every delightful bite.
