Oven Caramel French Toast ππ―
Description: This delightful Oven Caramel French Toast recipe is a cherished weekend favorite in my household, cherished for its ease and make-ahead convenience, perfect for serving up a scrumptious breakfast on leisurely mornings.
Recipe Category: Breakfast π³
Keywords: Fruit π, Nuts π₯, Brunch π₯, Less than 60 Minutes β°
Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 892.8
- Fat Content: 34.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 190mg
- Sodium Content: 1079.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 127.3g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 55.5g
- Protein Content: 17.8g
Ingredients:
For the Topping:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons margarine
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
For the French Toast:
- 1 loaf bread (sliced)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lightly oil a 13×9 inch baking dish. |
| 2 | In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, margarine, and light corn syrup. Mix well. |
| 3 | Cook the mixture over medium heat until smooth, stirring constantly. Be careful not to let it boil, as the cream may curdle. |
| 4 | Spread the caramel topping evenly in the prepared baking dish. |
| 5 | Sprinkle chopped pecans over the caramel layer. |
| 6 | In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. |
| 7 | Add milk and vanilla extract to the beaten eggs. Mix well. |
| 8 | Dip each slice of bread in the egg mixture, ensuring it is thoroughly coated, and place the slices over the caramel and pecans in the baking dish. Continue until all slices are coated and arranged in the dish. |
| 9 | Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, allowing the flavors to meld. |
| 10 | Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). |
| 11 | Uncover the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the French toast is golden and crispy on top. |
| 12 | Once done, let the French toast stand for five minutes, then carefully invert the dish onto a serving platter, ensuring to scrape any remaining caramel topping onto the French toast. |
| 13 | Serve immediately, savoring the indulgent blend of caramel, pecans, and perfectly cooked French toast. Enjoy! ππ½οΈ |
This sumptuous Oven Caramel French Toast is sure to become a beloved addition to your breakfast repertoire, perfect for lazy weekend mornings or special brunch occasions. Bon appΓ©tit! π₯
