Okay y’all, let me share this absolutely life-changing breakfast recipe that’s been passed down in my family for generations – the Ultimate Southern Pecan French Toast Casserole! Trust me, once you try this, your regular breakfast routine will never be the same. 🍯
I discovered this recipe during one of those lazy Sunday mornings when I wanted to impress my in-laws (you know how that goes, right?), and let me tell you, it was a total hit! The best part? You can prep it the night before, which means more beauty sleep for us. 😉
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 loaf of day-old brioche bread (fancy, I know!)
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk (don’t you dare use skim!)
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1 cup chopped pecans
For the heavenly topping:
– 1/2 cup butter (melted)
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup
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Now, let’s get cooking:
1. Cut that brioche into thick slices (about 1 inch) and arrange them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Pour this magical mixture over your bread, making sure every piece gets some love.
1. Sprinkle pecans over the top, cover with foil, and let it chill in the fridge overnight (or at least 4 hours if you’re impatient like me!).
1. The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. While it’s heating up, mix your topping ingredients together.
1. Remove the foil and drizzle that buttery pecan topping all over. Pop it in the oven for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly crispy on top.
Pro tip: Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and maybe a dollop of whipped cream if you’re feeling extra fancy. And honey, calories don’t count on weekends! 💁♀️
This recipe has seriously saved me during countless family brunches and holiday mornings. It’s one of those dishes that makes everyone think you spent hours in the kitchen, when really you were just being smart about it!
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! Did your family fight over the last piece like mine does? And if you’re craving more delicious recipes like this one, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak – I’m always sharing new favorites that’ll make you the star of any gathering!
Until next time, sweet peas! Keep cooking and staying fabulous! ✨👩🍳
