Baked Pecan French Toast Recipe 🍞

Description:

Tired of the morning rush? Say goodbye to standing over the stove with this Baked Pecan French Toast recipe! Prepare it the night before, and in the morning, just pop it in the oven for a delicious and hassle-free breakfast. This dish combines the comforting flavors of French toast with the crunch of pecans, making it a perfect option for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.

• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4-6 servings
• Calories: 1046
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
• Category: Breakfast
• Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Healthy, Brunch, < 60 Mins, Oven, Refrigerator

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• Vegetable oil spray or additional melted butter, for greasing
• Bread slices (enough to cover the bottom of a 12×8-inch casserole dish)

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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   • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.

2. Assemble:

   • Grease the bottom of a 12×8-inch glass casserole dish with vegetable oil spray or brush it with melted butter.
   • Arrange the bread slices in a single layer in the dish.
   • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring each slice is well coated.
   • Turn the bread slices to coat both sides with the mixture.

3. Chill Overnight:

   • Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the liquid.

4. Baking:

   • The next morning, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
   • Remove the casserole dish from the refrigerator and discard the plastic wrap.
   • Sprinkle the pecans over the bread slices and drizzle with the melted butter.

5. Bake:

   • Bake the French toast for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread slices are puffed up and golden brown, and the pecans are deep brown but not burnt.

6. Serving:

   • Serve the Baked Pecan French Toast warm, accompanied by a generous drizzle of maple syrup.

Recipe Variations:

• Orange Twist: For a citrusy twist, substitute 2/3 cup of orange juice and 1/3 cup of milk for the full amount of milk in the recipe. You can also add some grated orange zest along with the pecans before baking to enhance the flavor.

Enjoy your delightful Baked Pecan French Toast, a perfect blend of convenience and flavor that’s sure to become a breakfast favorite! 🥞🍴