Baked French Toast Casserole with Maple Syrup

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Baked French Toast Casserole with Maple Syrup
540 min.
8
780kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked French Toast Casserole with Maple Syrup, a perfect dish for any morning meal, brunch, or breakfast gathering. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a comforting treat that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Imagine waking up to the sweet aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table for a delicious start to the day.

With a preparation time of just 540 minutes, this casserole is designed to be made ahead, allowing you to enjoy leisurely mornings without the stress of cooking. The combination of buttery French bread soaked in a rich, creamy egg mixture creates a luscious texture that is both fluffy and decadent. Topped with a crunchy praline topping and served with a generous drizzle of maple syrup, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Perfect for serving eight people, this dish is ideal for family gatherings or special occasions. Whether you’re hosting a holiday brunch or simply treating yourself and loved ones to a delightful breakfast, our Baked French Toast Casserole is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, prepare the night before, and get ready to savor a breakfast experience that is as delicious as it is memorable!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound butter (2 sticks)
  • tablespoons plus light
  • large eggs 
  • 13 ounces bread french
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cups half and half 
  • cup brown sugar light packed
  • servings maple syrup 
  • cup milk 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • Dash salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Slice French bread into 20 slices, 1-inch each. (Use any extra bread for garlic toast or bread crumbs). Arrange slices in a generously buttered 9 by 13-inch flat baking dish in 2 rows, overlapping the slices. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, half-and-half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and beat with a rotary beater or whisk until blended but not too bubbly.
  2. Pour mixture over the bread slices, making sure all are covered evenly with the milk-egg mixture. Spoon some of the mixture in between the slices. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  3. The next day, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  4. Spread Praline Topping evenly over the bread and bake for 40 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden.
  5. Serve with maple syrup.
  6. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and blend well. Makes enough for
  7. Baked French Toast Casserole.

Nutrition Facts

Calories780kcal
Protein7.9%
Fat52.81%
Carbs39.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.76
Glycemic Load
26.9
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.7465216958%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.46mg
Delphinidin
0.99mg
Catechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:780.28kcal
39.01%
Fat:46.7g
71.84%
Saturated Fat:22.09g
138.08%
Carbohydrates:78.18g
26.06%
Net Carbohydrates:75.72g
27.53%
Sugar:52.83g
58.71%
Cholesterol:271.79mg
90.6%
Sodium:596.99mg
25.96%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:15.71g
31.42%
Manganese:1.39mg
69.37%
Vitamin B2:0.87mg
51.01%
Selenium:32.24µg
46.05%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.72%
Phosphorus:281.85mg
28.18%
Vitamin A:1250.41IU
25.01%
Calcium:218.2mg
21.82%
Folate:86.26µg
21.56%
Iron:3.3mg
18.32%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.39%
Copper:0.29mg
14.57%
Vitamin B5:1.39mg
13.95%
Magnesium:54.75mg
13.69%
Vitamin B3:2.58mg
12.9%
Vitamin B12:0.77µg
12.88%
Potassium:395.07mg
11.29%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.23%
Vitamin E:1.64mg
10.94%
Fiber:2.46g
9.84%
Vitamin D:1.34µg
8.9%
Vitamin K:3.87µg
3.69%