Baked Eggnog French Toast
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4.4
Baked Eggnog French Toast
Description
This baked French toast starts by tearing French bread into chunks placed in a baking dish. A custard mixture combining eggs, eggnog, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg is poured over the bread, which is then refrigerated for several hours or overnight to soak.
Before baking, a streusel topping made from flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cold butter pieces is sprinkled on top. Baking at 350°F until set and golden creates a French toast that is soft and creamy inside with a sweet, crisp crumb layer on top. The nutmeg adds a warm spice alongside the eggnog's rich flavor.
Serving with maple syrup adds extra sweetness and moisture, complementing the custardy texture and spiced flavors. This dish suits holiday breakfasts or brunches requiring a make-ahead component.
Ingredients
For the French Toast:
- 1 French bread loaf
- 6 egg large
- 2 1/2 cups eggnog
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter cut into pieces, cold
- maple syrup optional, for serving
Instructions
- 1. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Tear French bread into chunks, or cut into cubes, and evenly place in the pan.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix together eggs, eggnog, sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Pour evenly over bread. Cover pan with saran wrap and store in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
- 3. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add butter pieces and cut into the dry mixture using a fork or your hands. Combine until the mixture resembles sand with a few pea sized chunks. Cover and store mixture in the refrigerator.
- 4. When you’re ready to bake the French toast, preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Remove French toast from refrigerator and sprinkle crumb mixture over the top. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the French toast is set and golden brown.
- 5. Serve warm with maple syrup, if desired.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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