Croissant French Toast Casserole
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Croissant French Toast Casserole
Description
The Croissant French Toast Casserole combines cubed croissants, which are slightly stale to absorb custard effectively, with a custard mixture of eggs, milk, half and half, brown and white sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Baking the mixture at 350°F until golden brown yields a custardy interior and crispy edges. Chopped pecans introduce textural interest and subtle flavor depth. An optional glaze of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla can be drizzled on top for added sweetness and moisture. The recipe notes highlight the importance of croissant age and custard ratios to prevent sogginess and ensure the casserole sets properly. Serving with fresh berries adds a fresh contrast.
Ingredients
- 9 egg at room temperature, large
- 1 cup milk whole
- 2 cups half and half
- 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup pecan chopped
- 10 Croissant a few days old and cut into cubes, large
Glaze - optional:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk or more
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9x13 baking dish with vegetable oil spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, half and half, sugars, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Add the croissant pieces and chopped pecans, and gently stir until custard is soaked into the croissants.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla, and drizzle the glaze over the casserole before serving.
- Garnish with berries and serve.
Notes
- Use croissants that are a few days old or dry fresh croissants in the oven to prevent sogginess.
- Maintain the right balance between custard and croissant cubes to avoid a soggy casserole.
- Cut croissant pieces evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake until the casserole is golden brown and set in the center to ensure doneness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 9servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 586 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 586kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 227mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 395mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 302mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 957IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 155mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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