Y’all, let me tell you about a breakfast that’ll make your taste buds do the happy dance! This Southern-style Pecan Praline French Toast Casserole is what dreams are made of, and honey, it’s about to become your new favorite weekend treat.
Growing up in my grandmother’s kitchen, I learned that breakfast isn’t just a meal – it’s an experience. This recipe combines the comfort of traditional French toast with the sweet, nutty goodness of pecan praline that’ll have your whole family running to the breakfast table.
What You’ll Need (trust me, it’s worth the grocery trip):
– 1 large loaf of French bread, slightly stale
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
For that heavenly praline topping:
– 1 cup butter, melted
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1/2 cup light corn syrup
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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Let’s get cooking (and try not to drool):
1. Slice that bread into thick pieces and arrange them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth as silk.
3. Pour this magical mixture over your bread, making sure every piece gets some love. Cover and refrigerate overnight (patience is a virtue, sweetie!).
The next morning:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Mix all your praline topping ingredients in a bowl.
3. Pour that golden goodness over your soaked bread.
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes until it’s puffy and golden brown.
Let me tell you, watching this beauty come out of the oven is like seeing your child win a beauty pageant – pure pride! The praline gets all caramelized and crunchy while the French toast stays soft and custardy underneath.
Pro tip from your girl: Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup (because why not?) and a dollop of whipped cream. And if anyone judges you for going back for seconds, just remember – life’s too short to count calories at breakfast!
I’d absolutely love to hear how this recipe turned out for you! Drop a comment below and share your experience – did it make your morning extra special? Did your family fight over the last piece? (Because mine sure did! 😉)
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Until next time, keep cooking with love and a little sass! 💋🍳
