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FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE w/ CREAM CHEESE PRALINE TOPPING | Easter Breakfast Bake w/Annes family recipe

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Baked French Toast

Cultural Context

Baked French Toast has its roots in traditional French toast, which dates back to ancient times when stale bread was soaked in a mixture of eggs and milk. This dish has evolved into a beloved breakfast staple in American households, particularly for brunch gatherings and special occasions. It's often prepared in larger batches, making it perfect for feeding family and friends. Today, variations abound, with different breads and toppings, allowing for a personalized touch to this classic dish.

AmericanUSbreakfast
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 rolls of challah bread
10 eggs
3 cups half-and-half
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup brown sugar
1 stick salted butter
8 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup fresh pecans
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Cut the challah bread into half-inch thick pieces.

2

Fill a buttered 9 by 13 pan with the bread pieces until it is filled from rim to rim.

3

In a bowl, combine 10 eggs, 3 cups of half-and-half, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Whisk together until well combined.

4

Pour the egg mixture over the bread in the casserole dish.

5

Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the egg mixture.

6

The next day, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

7

In a bowl, combine 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 stick of softened salted butter, 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 3/4 cup of chopped fresh pecans, 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, 2 teaspoons of maple syrup, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mash together until well combined.

8

Spread the praline topping evenly over the bread in the casserole dish, making sure to get it in between the layers of bread.

9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

10

Remove from the oven and let cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

11

Serve with heated maple syrup poured on top.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingbaking

Equipment Needed

9 by 13 panmixing bowlwhiskplastic wrapwooden spoonspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyglutenegg

Also Known As

French Toast CasseroleOvernight French Toast

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