Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble
225 min.
8
595kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble, a perfect dish for morning meals, brunches, or leisurely breakfasts. This vegetarian recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds, combining the rich, buttery texture of challah bread with a luscious custard made from eggs, cream, and a hint of vanilla. The warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg elevate the dish, creating a comforting aroma that will fill your kitchen.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the irresistible pecan crumble topping. Made with coarsely chopped pecans, light brown sugar, and chilled butter, this crunchy layer adds a delightful contrast to the soft, soaked bread beneath. Each bite is a harmonious blend of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors that will leave you craving more.

With a preparation time of just 225 minutes, including an overnight soak for the bread, this dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend brunch with family and friends. Serve it warm, drizzled with homemade blackberry syrup, and watch as your loved ones savor every delicious bite. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Baked French Toast with Pecan Crumble is sure to impress and become a cherished addition to your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  • pound egg bread loaf - crusts thick sliced
  • large egg yolks 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg 
  • cups heavy cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • tablespoons brown sugar light
  • 0.5 cup pecans 
  • servings blackberry syrup 
  • 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

Calories595kcal
Protein9.45%
Fat58.15%
Carbs32.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.26
Glycemic Load
9.87
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.473912933598%

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:594.96kcal
29.75%
Fat:38.85g
59.77%
Saturated Fat:19.53g
122.05%
Carbohydrates:48.7g
16.23%
Net Carbohydrates:46.66g
16.97%
Sugar:21.6g
24%
Cholesterol:295.8mg
98.6%
Sodium:441.06mg
19.18%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:14.21g
28.41%
Selenium:32.84µg
46.91%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
36.17%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.63%
Vitamin A:1444.24IU
28.88%
Phosphorus:257.57mg
25.76%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.07%
Folate:87.92µg
21.98%
Calcium:201.7mg
20.17%
Vitamin D:2.86µg
19.08%
Vitamin B3:2.96mg
14.81%
Iron:2.66mg
14.78%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.59%
Vitamin B5:1.24mg
12.41%
Zinc:1.66mg
11.04%
Copper:0.2mg
10.22%
Vitamin E:1.39mg
9.26%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.09%
Magnesium:34.08mg
8.52%
Potassium:290.81mg
8.31%
Fiber:2.04g
8.17%
Vitamin K:3.43µg
3.27%
Source:Epicurious