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 weekend obsession.
Listen up, because this recipe right here has gotten me more hugs and recipe requests at family gatherings than I can count! It’s the perfect blend of crispy, custardy goodness with a praline topping that’ll make you weak in the knees.
What You’ll Need:
– 1 loaf of thick-cut French bread (day-old is perfect!)
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups of 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
For that heavenly praline topping:
– 1 cup butter (the real deal, y’all)
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
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Let’s get cooking:
1. First things first, grease a 9×13 baking dish like it’s your job. Cut that bread into thick slices and arrange them all pretty-like in the dish.
1. In a big bowl, whisk together your eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, and spices until they’re best friends. Pour this magical mixture all over your bread, making sure every piece gets some love.
1. Cover it up and let it hang out in the fridge overnight. (Trust me on this one!)
1. When morning comes, preheat that oven to 350°F. While it’s warming up, make your praline topping by melting the butter and mixing in the pecans, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
1. Pour this heavenly mixture over your soaked bread and pop it in the oven for about 45-50 minutes until it’s golden brown and slightly crispy on top.
Y’all, when this comes out of the oven, the smell alone will have your whole family running to the kitchen faster than a cat on a hot tin roof!
I’m telling you, this breakfast casserole is pure Southern comfort on a plate. It’s perfect for holiday mornings, special occasions, or just because you want to treat yourself like the queen you are!
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! I love hearing your stories and variations – maybe you added some bourbon to the praline topping? Girl, I won’t judge!
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Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got another batch calling my name in the kitchen. Happy cooking, y’all! 💕
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