Eggnog Delight French Toast: Make-Ahead Holiday Breakfast

Overnight Eggnog French Toast Recipe

Overview:

This Overnight Eggnog French Toast recipe is perfect for the holidays, allowing you to prepare it ahead of time and simply bake it when needed. It’s a delightful blend of eggnog flavors with a hint of nutmeg and vanilla, making it an ideal dish for Christmas brunch or any festive breakfast gathering.

• Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Serves: 24 slices
• Calories: 255 per serving
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
• Categories: Breakfast, Healthy, Christmas, Brunch, < 30 Mins

Ingredients:

• 9 eggs
• 3 cups half-and-half
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: rum extract (not specified in quantities)
• 24 slices of bread (enough to fill two 15×10 inch baking pans)
• Powdered sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Baking Pans:

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   • Grease two 15×10 inch baking pans to prevent sticking.

2. Mix Egg Mixture:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, milk, sugar, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and rum extract (if using) until well blended.

3. Arrange Bread:

   • Arrange the bread slices in the greased baking pans, ensuring they fit snugly in a single layer.

4. Pour Egg Mixture:

   • Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over the bread slices in both pans.

5. Absorb Egg Mixture:

   • Lift and move the bread slices gently to ensure all slices absorb the egg mixture evenly.

6. Refrigerate or Freeze:

   • Cover the pans with foil and refrigerate overnight or freeze for up to 1 week. This allows the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the eggnog mixture thoroughly.

7. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C). This high heat helps create a golden-brown crust on the French toast.

8. Bake:

   • Remove the pans from the refrigerator or freezer (do not thaw).
   • Remove the foil from the pans.
   • Bake one pan at a time in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and puffy.

9. Serve:

   • Once baked, sprinkle the French toast with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
   • Optional: Serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

10. Notes:

    • If baking both pans simultaneously, switch their positions halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 255
• Total Fat: 7.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.2g
• Cholesterol: 90.5mg
• Sodium: 428.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 37.5g
  • Fiber: 1.9g
  • Sugar: 3.2g
• Protein: 8.9g

Tips for Success:

• Use a good-quality bread that can absorb the eggnog mixture without becoming too soggy.
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to suit your taste preferences.
• For a richer flavor, you can include a splash of rum extract or actual rum in the egg mixture.
• Ensure the French toast is fully cooked through by checking that the tops are golden brown and the egg mixture has set.

This Overnight Eggnog French Toast recipe not only simplifies holiday breakfast preparation but also fills your kitchen with the warm, comforting aroma of eggnog and spices. Enjoy the convenience of preparing ahead and the joy of serving a delicious, festive dish to your loved ones! 🎄