Overnight Pecan Pie French Toast
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4.9
Overnight Pecan Pie French Toast
Description
Overnight Pecan Pie French Toast combines cream, milk, eggs, and vanilla to soak French bread slices thoroughly. The bread absorbs the custard overnight in the refrigerator, ensuring every bite is soft yet holds its shape during baking. The topping is a pecan pie inspired syrup with brown sugar, corn syrup, maple syrup, and chopped pecans melted with butter. This mixture lines the casserole dish, providing a sweet, textured base beneath the soaked bread slices.
During baking at 350°F, the custard sets and the pecan syrup caramelizes slightly, producing a warm dish with a tender interior and crunchy pecan topping. The interplay of creamy custard and nutty sweetness is central to its appeal. Cooling briefly allows the custard to firm up for easier serving.
This dish can be enjoyed as a weekend brunch centerpiece or a special breakfast treat when you want a comforting sweet dish. It pairs well with light coffee or tea and can be served with minimal garnish to focus on the pecan flavor and custard texture.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk whole
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 6 egg large, plus 3 yolks
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 French bread loaf, cut into 8 slices
- 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the milk, cream, eggs, yolks, and vanilla, beat well and set aside. Arrange sliced bread in a large shallow bowl. Pour the liquid mixture over the bread. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
When ready to bake...
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). In a small saucepan over medium heat melt the butter. Remove from heat and whisk in the brown sugar, corn syrup, maple syrup, and pecans.
- Spread this mixture evenly across the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish. Carefully arrange the soaked bread on top. Bake for 35 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm!
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Overall Rating
4.9
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