How to Make Maple-Pecan French Toast Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Morning, with the warm aroma of maple syrup and toasty pecans, is the perfect time to indulge in a decadent breakfast. Nothing beats the comforting flavors of French toast, especially when it's baked to perfection. This Maple-Pecan French Toast Bake is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast dish, offering a combination of rich, sweet, and nutty flavors that will have your taste buds singing. Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply want to treat yourself to a special breakfast, this rec...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Mix milk, half-and-half, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Layer bread slices in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour egg mixture over the bread slices. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove French toast from the refrigerator.
  • Mix brown sugar, pecans, butter, and maple syrup together; spread topping evenly over the French toast.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until puffed and golden brown, about 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    413 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 127mg
    • Sodium: 309mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 242mg