Y’all, let me tell you about a breakfast dish that’ll make your taste buds do the happy dance! Growing up in the South, my grandmother taught me this heavenly recipe for Pecan Praline French Toast Casserole, and honey, it’s been turning heads at every brunch I’ve hosted since.
Picture this: thick slices of brioche bread soaked in a rich, vanilla-scented custard, topped with a buttery pecan praline crumble that gets all crispy and caramelized in the oven. _fans self_ It’s basically dessert for breakfast, and who doesn’t want that?
Here’s what you’ll need, sugar:
– 1 loaf brioche bread, cut into thick slices
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For that to-die-for praline topping:
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup butter, melted
– 1/4 cup maple syrup
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
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Now, let me walk you through this magic:
1. Grease a 9×13 baking dish (don’t be shy with that butter!)
2. Layer those gorgeous brioche slices in the dish like you’re building a carb castle
3. Whisk together your eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth as silk
4. Pour this mixture all over your bread, making sure every piece gets some love
5. Cover and refrigerate overnight (Trust me on this one, sugar!)
The next morning:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F
2. Mix all your praline topping ingredients in a bowl
3. Sprinkle that heavenly mixture all over your soaked bread
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy
Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving (I know it’s hard to wait, but them pralines are HOT!)
Listen here, darling – this isn’t just breakfast, it’s a whole experience. Serve it up with some fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar, and watch your family’s eyes roll back in pure bliss. And between us girls, this recipe has gotten me more marriage proposals than my dating apps! 😉
Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more recipes that’ll make you the talk of the town! Drop a comment below and let me know if this recipe made your morning as sweet as it makes mine. And if you’ve got any special twists you added, honey, I’m all ears! Share this with your breakfast-loving friends – after all, good food is meant to be shared, just like my grandma always said!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got another batch calling my name in the kitchen. Y’all come back now, ya hear? 💋
