How to Make Make Ahead French Toast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast is often the most hurried meal of the day, but with a little bit of preparation, you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying breakfast without the stress. Enter make-ahead French toast - a convenient and mouth-watering breakfast option that allows you to prepare the night before and simply bake in the morning. This recipe is perfect for busy mornings, lazy weekends, or special occasions when you want to treat yourself to a decadent breakfast.

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Ingredients

  • 5 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut diagonally in 1 inch slices
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 13 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 14 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream and vanilla. Dip bread slices into egg mixture and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Refrigerate overnight.
  • The next morning: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, combine butter, sugar, maple syrup and pecans. Spoon mixture over bread.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden, about 40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    503 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 162mg
    • Sodium: 347mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 153mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 293mg