Strawberry-Filled French Toast with Caramel and Pecans

Health score
5%
Strawberry-Filled French Toast with Caramel and Pecans
45 min.
8
346kcal

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If you're looking for a decadent breakfast or brunch dish that will impress your guests, look no further than this Strawberry-Filled French Toast with Caramel and Pecans. This recipe takes the classic French toast to a whole new level with its sweet and indulgent flavors. With a prep time of 45 minutes and serving 8 people, it's a great choice for a weekend morning gathering.

The combination of ingredients is what makes this dish truly special. The French toast is filled with a generous layer of strawberry preserves, adding a fruity twist to the classic recipe. The caramel sauce, made from scratch, provides a rich and buttery flavor that complements the strawberries perfectly. And let's not forget the pecans, which add a delightful crunch and a hint of nuttiness to every bite.

The nutritional information shows that this dish is a balanced breakfast option, with a good distribution of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. The use of egg substitute, fat-free milk, and evaporated fat-free milk helps to keep the calorie count in check, making it a healthier choice without compromising on taste.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is sure to be a hit. The detailed instructions make it easy to follow, and the end result is a dish that looks and tastes like it came straight from a gourmet kitchen. So, why not give it a try and treat yourself and your loved ones to a breakfast that's both delicious and satisfying?

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.8 cup egg substitute 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 cup evaporated milk fat-free
  • cups skim milk fat-free
  • 12 ounce bread french cut into 16 (1/4-inch-thick) slices
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • tablespoons pecans chopped
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup strawberry jam 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. To prepare sauce, combine granulated sugar and water in a medium, heavy saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat 3 minutes or until the sugar dissolves. Cover and cook over medium heat 1 minute. Uncover and cook 5 minutes or until light golden (do not stir).
  2. Remove from heat, and let stand 1 minute.
  3. Add butter; stir until melted.
  4. Add evaporated milk; stir constantly.
  5. Place pan over medium heat; cook 3 minutes or until caramel melts and mixture is smooth, stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and salt.
  7. To prepare French toast, pour sauce into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange 8 bread slices in dish.
  8. Spread preserves evenly over bread; top with remaining bread.
  9. Combine fat-free milk and next 6 ingredients (through eggs).
  10. Pour milk mixture over bread; sprinkle with pecans.
  11. Preheat oven to 35
  12. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 35 minutes or until top is golden.
  13. Let cool 5 minutes.
  14. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories346kcal
Protein13.94%
Fat19.92%
Carbs66.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.73
Glycemic Load
34.68
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.515652228957%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.4mg
Delphinidin
0.27mg
Catechin
0.27mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.59kcal
17.28%
Fat:7.64g
11.76%
Saturated Fat:2.51g
15.69%
Carbohydrates:57.1g
19.03%
Net Carbohydrates:55.53g
20.19%
Sugar:32.27g
35.86%
Cholesterol:56.67mg
18.89%
Sodium:415.34mg
18.06%
Alcohol:0.64g
100%
Alcohol %:0.4%
100%
Protein:12.03g
24.07%
Selenium:27.55µg
39.36%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.34%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.95%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.23%
Phosphorus:198.17mg
19.82%
Calcium:176.02mg
17.6%
Folate:67.51µg
16.88%
Iron:2.57mg
14.29%
Vitamin B3:2.25mg
11.27%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.66%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.52%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.41%
Magnesium:35.41mg
8.85%
Vitamin D:1.3µg
8.66%
Potassium:300.55mg
8.59%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.64%
Copper:0.15mg
7.62%
Vitamin A:326.77IU
6.54%
Fiber:1.57g
6.28%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.82%
Vitamin C:2.33mg
2.82%
Source:My Recipes