Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble
225 min.
8
432kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble, a perfect dish for your morning meal, brunch, or breakfast gatherings. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for any occasion. Imagine waking up to the warm aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table.

This dish features layers of soft, custardy bread soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, cream, and milk, all enhanced by the sweet notes of vanilla and brown sugar. The crowning glory is the crunchy pecan crumble, which adds a delightful texture and nutty flavor that perfectly complements the creamy base. Served with a luscious blackberry syrup, each bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness and warmth that will leave you craving more.

With a preparation time that allows for overnight soaking, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a special brunch or simply treating yourself to a luxurious breakfast, our Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble is sure to impress. Gather your loved ones, pour some coffee, and enjoy a slice of this heavenly dish that brings comfort and joy to your table.

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoons nutmeg 
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • tablespoons brown sugar light
  • 0.5 cup pecans 
  • servings blackberries 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted chilled cut into pieces
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Spread out bread on a rimmed baking sheet; let stand overnight.
  2. Butter a 13x9" baking dish.
  3. Cut bread so slices are similar in size. Arrange, overlapping, in rows in prepared dish.
  4. Whisk eggs, egg yolks, cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl.
  5. Pour over bread, pressing bread to help it soak up custard. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
  6. DO AHEAD: Bread can be soaked 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F. Pulse pecans, butter, brown sugar, and salt in a food processor until nuts are coarsely chopped.
  8. Scatter pecan crumble over soaked bread.
  9. Place dish on a rimmed baking sheet and cover tightly with foil.
  10. Bake until warmed through (a knife inserted into the center should feel warm to the touch), 25–30 minutes.
  11. Remove foil and bake until deeply browned, 35–40 minutes longer.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving with Blackberry Syrup.
  13. DO AHEAD: Pecan mixture can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories432kcal
Protein8%
Fat72.39%
Carbs19.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.26
Glycemic Load
9.87
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.116956399835%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.66mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Catechin
0.82mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:432.23kcal
21.61%
Fat:35.45g
54.53%
Saturated Fat:18.63g
116.42%
Carbohydrates:21.6g
7.2%
Net Carbohydrates:20.86g
7.59%
Sugar:20.59g
22.88%
Cholesterol:266.88mg
88.96%
Sodium:225.6mg
9.81%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Protein:8.82g
17.64%
Vitamin A:1324.61IU
26.49%
Selenium:15.77µg
22.53%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.63%
Phosphorus:197.47mg
19.75%
Vitamin D:2.63µg
17.56%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.46%
Calcium:148.97mg
14.9%
Vitamin B12:0.82µg
13.65%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.81%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.28%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.05%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.52%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.27%
Folate:28.39µg
7.1%
Potassium:225.6mg
6.45%
Magnesium:23.3mg
5.83%
Copper:0.11mg
5.63%
Iron:0.94mg
5.2%
Fiber:0.74g
2.96%
Vitamin K:2.92µg
2.78%
Vitamin B3:0.21mg
1.06%
Source:Epicurious