Girl, let me tell you about this breakfast recipe that’s been stealing hearts in my neighborhood! My grandmother passed down this incredible Maple Pecan French Toast Casserole, and I’ve been tweaking it to absolute perfection. Trust me, this isn’t your basic French toast – it’s the kind that makes your family rush to the kitchen in their PJs!
First things first, let’s gather our ingredients (because nobody likes running to the store in the middle of cooking, am I right?):
– 1 loaf of brioche bread (day-old works best, honey!)
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup real maple syrup (none of that fake stuff!)
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Y’all, this is where the magic happens!
Cut your brioche into thick slices and arrange them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together those eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, vanilla, and spices until they’re singing in harmony. Pour this heavenly mixture over your bread slices, making sure every piece gets some love!
Now, here’s my little secret (don’t tell my mother-in-law!) – cover it and let it sit overnight in the fridge. I know, I know, waiting is the worst, but trust your girl on this one!
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The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. Mix the brown sugar, pecans, and melted butter, then sprinkle this crunchy goodness all over the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes until it’s golden brown and slightly crispy on top.
The result? A breakfast casserole that’s crispy on top, custardy in the middle, and absolutely divine with an extra drizzle of warm maple syrup. It’s perfect for those lazy Sunday mornings or when you want to impress your brunch guests without breaking a sweat!
Let me tell you, every time I make this, my kids act like they’ve died and gone to breakfast heaven. And my husband? He’s usually too busy stuffing his face to compliment the chef, but those empty plates speak volumes! 😉
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