Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding French Toast
Indulge in a delightful twist on traditional French toast with this Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding French Toast recipe. This dish transforms thick slices of day-old bakery cinnamon-raisin bread into a rich, custardy delight, absorbing a luscious mixture of eggs, cream, and warm spices. Perfectly moist, it can be sliced and served either as a decadent brunch option or a comforting dessert. Topped with warm maple syrup, each bite promises a fusion of sweet, soft, and sumptuous flavors that will impress your family and guests alike.
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Servings
280
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cinnamon-raisin bread
14 (thick slices from day-old bakery bread)
Eggs
3 (lightly beaten)
Half-and-half
1 1/2 cups (none)
Whipping cream
1 cup (none)
Sugar
1/2 cup (none)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Maple syrup
to taste (warmed for serving)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Grease an 8-inch square baking pan. Line the bottom with 3 slices of the cinnamon-raisin bread, cutting them as needed to fit snugly.
3
Layer another 3 slices on top in the same manner, and then place the final 8 slices across the top in two overlapping rows, like shingles. Press down firmly to compact the bread.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the lightly beaten eggs, half-and-half, whipping cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
5
Evenly pour the egg mixture over the layered bread, ensuring all pieces are saturated.
6
Cover the baking pan tightly with aluminum foil to avoid excessive browning.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. After this time, carefully remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the top is golden brown and set.
8
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
9
Serve warm with warmed maple syrup drizzled on top.
Nutrition Information
15
Fat
29
Carbs
4.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding French Toast?
It is a rich and custardy dish that combines thick slices of day-old cinnamon-raisin bread with a mixture of eggs, cream, and warm spices, baked to perfection.
What kind of bread is best for this recipe?
Thick slices of day-old bakery cinnamon-raisin bread are recommended as they absorb the custard better than fresh bread.
How many slices of bread are needed?
You will need 14 thick slices of cinnamon-raisin bread for this recipe.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
What size baking pan is required?
An 8-inch square baking pan is the ideal size for this dish.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
You should grease the 8-inch square baking pan before adding the bread layers.
How should the bread be layered in the pan?
Place 3 slices on the bottom, 3 slices on top of those, and the final 8 slices in two overlapping rows like shingles on the very top.
What ingredients are in the custard?
The custard is made from lightly beaten eggs, half-and-half, whipping cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe calls for 3 lightly beaten eggs.
How much half-and-half is used?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of half-and-half for the custard.
What is the amount of whipping cream needed?
The recipe uses 1 cup of whipping cream.
How much sugar should I add to the custard?
Add 1/2 cup of sugar to the egg and cream mixture.
How much vanilla extract is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How much cinnamon is added to the custard?
Include 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for flavor.
How long does the dish bake covered?
Bake the dish tightly covered with aluminum foil for 40 minutes.
How long does the dish bake uncovered?
After the initial 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
Why should I cover the pan with foil?
Covering the pan avoids excessive browning while the center of the pudding sets.
How long should it cool before serving?
Allow the dish to cool for about 10 minutes after removing it from the oven to make slicing easier.
What is the recommended serving topping?
Serve the French toast warm with a drizzle of warmed maple syrup.
Can this be served as a dessert?
Yes, it works beautifully as either a decadent brunch option or a comforting dessert.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 280 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 29g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does a serving provide?
This dish provides 4.5g of protein per serving.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is considered an easy recipe, categorized under baked goods and simple brunch items.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 8 main ingredients including the bread and maple syrup.
Should the maple syrup be served hot?
Yes, the recipe suggests warming the maple syrup before drizzling it on top.
What is the texture of the finished dish?
The texture is a fusion of sweet, soft, and sumptuous flavors with a custardy interior.
Do I need to press down the bread?
Yes, you should press down firmly on the bread layers to compact them before adding the custard.
How do I ensure the bread is fully soaked?
Evenly pour the egg mixture over the layered bread to ensure all pieces are saturated before baking.