π Overnight French Toast Recipe π
Description: This Overnight French Toast, serving 12-16, is almost like custard. It would make a great dessert with a dollop of thick fresh fruit sauce. But, of course, breakfast is best. It’s made the night or several hours before serving, leaving only the frying to do. The cook time is overnight soaking, and frying time is included in prep time.
Total Time: 8 hours 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf bread (sliced into 1″ thick serving-size pieces)
- 12 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
- Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 297.9
- Fat: 17.9g
- Saturated Fat: 8.8g
- Cholesterol: 260.4mg
- Sodium: 267.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4.4g
- Protein: 10.7g
Instructions:
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Slice Bread: Begin by slicing the loaf of bread into 1″ thick serving-size pieces. Arrange them in a single layer on one or two baking pans, ensuring they have enough space.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs well, but not until frothy. Add in the vanilla extract, sugar, orange zest, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly. Then, stir in the half-and-half until the mixture is well combined.
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Coat Bread Slices: Pour the prepared egg mixture over the bread slices, ensuring they are evenly coated on both sides. Use a spatula or spoon to turn the bread slices to ensure even coverage. Once coated, cover the pans and refrigerate them overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
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Preheat Oven: When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 150Β°C (300Β°F). This low temperature will help keep the cooked slices warm while you finish frying the rest.
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Fry Bread Slices: In one or two skillets, melt a bit of the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, fry the bread slices in batches, turning them once, until they are golden brown on both sides. Add more butter to the skillet as needed to prevent sticking and ensure a crispy exterior.
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Keep Warm in Oven: As each batch of bread slices is cooked, transfer them to a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven to keep warm. This step ensures that all slices are served hot and delicious.
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Dust with Confectioners’ Sugar: Just before serving, remove the warm slices from the oven and dust them generously with confectioners’ sugar for a sweet finishing touch.
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Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the slices on a serving platter and serve them hot, accompanied by your favorite breakfast sides or toppings. Whether enjoyed as a decadent dessert or a satisfying breakfast treat, this Overnight French Toast is sure to impress!
Prepare to delight your taste buds with this delightful Overnight French Toast recipe, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert! With its custard-like texture and delicious flavor, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and oh-so-satisfying to enjoy. So, get ready to indulge in a slice of breakfast heaven with this incredible recipe! π½οΈβ¨
