Imagine waking up to the warm aroma of buttery, cinnamon-laced Decadent Baked French Toast wafting through your home. This simple yet indulgent recipe elevates the classic French toast to an effortless, oven-baked delight perfect for slow mornings or brunch gatherings.
Decadent Baked French Toast
The Decadent Baked French Toast is a luscious, oven-baked twist on a beloved breakfast classic.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- 9×13-inch Baking Dish
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Arrange the bread slices in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread slices, ensuring each slice is fully soaked. Drizzle with the melted butter.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight.
- The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the French toast, covered, for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Serve the baked French toast warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- It’s crucial to let the bread soak overnight to absorb all the egg mixture. This ensures a tender, custardy center.
- Stale bread works best for this recipe as it absorbs the egg mixture better without becoming soggy.
This Decadent Baked French Toast is your new favorite breakfast or brunch dish. Its simplicity, combined with its rich, comforting flavors, makes it a crowd-pleasing recipe worth repeating.
Recipe Difficulty: Easy
Complete Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 530
- Total Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Cholesterol: 340mg
- Sodium: 470mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 48g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 18g
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