Decadent Praline French Toast Bake
Start your day with a delightful twist on traditional French toast! This Decadent Praline French Toast Bake combines layers of fluffy French bread soaked in a rich egg custard, topped with a delicious praline mixture of butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Perfect for brunch or a special occasion, this dish is easy to prepare the night before and will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma as it bakes. Serve warm with maple syrup and enjoy a slice of comfort that will impress your family and friends.
8
Servings
375
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
French bread
1 loaf (13 to 16 ounces) (sliced into 20 slices that are 1-inch thick)
large eggs
8 (beaten)
half-and-half
2 cups (not applicable)
milk
1 cup (not applicable)
granulated sugar
2 tablespoons (not applicable)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (not applicable)
ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (not applicable)
ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (not applicable)
salt
1 dash (not applicable)
butter
1/2 lb (softened at room temperature)
packed light brown sugar
1 cup (not applicable)
chopped pecans
1 cup (not applicable)
light corn syrup
2 tablespoons (not applicable)
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (not applicable)
ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (not applicable)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
22.5g
Fat
37.5g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Praline French Toast Bake?
It is a breakfast casserole featuring fluffy French bread soaked in an egg custard and topped with a rich praline mixture of butter, brown sugar, and pecans.
Can I prepare this recipe the night before?
Yes, it is designed as an overnight recipe that is easy to prepare the night before and bake in the morning.
How many people does this French toast bake serve?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
What type of bread is best for this dish?
The recipe calls for one loaf of French bread, weighing between 13 to 16 ounces.
How should the bread be prepared?
The bread should be sliced into 20 slices that are each 1-inch thick.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 8 large beaten eggs.
What dairy ingredients are used in the custard?
The custard is made with 2 cups of half-and-half and 1 cup of milk.
What are the ingredients in the praline topping?
The topping consists of softened butter, packed light brown sugar, chopped pecans, light corn syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 lb of butter, softened at room temperature.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 375 calories.
What is the total fat content per serving?
There are 22.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 37.5 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of this dish?
There are 10 grams of protein per serving.
What spices are added to the egg custard?
The custard is seasoned with 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
What spices are in the praline topping?
The topping includes 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
Does this recipe include vanilla?
Yes, the custard includes 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What kind of sugar is used in the custard?
The custard uses 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
What kind of sugar is used in the topping?
The topping requires 1 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How many pecans are needed for the topping?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped pecans.
Is corn syrup necessary for the praline mixture?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of light corn syrup.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 dash of salt in the custard.
What is the best way to serve this French toast bake?
It should be served warm, ideally with maple syrup.
Is this dish suitable for special occasions?
Absolutely, it is described as perfect for brunch or special occasions like holidays.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Breakfast dish.
What texture can I expect from the bread?
The bread becomes fluffy after soaking in the rich egg custard.
Is the preparation difficult?
No, it is described as an easy to prepare dish that can be made ahead of time.
What type of nuts are used?
The recipe specifically uses chopped pecans.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 15 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Should the eggs be beaten before mixing?
Yes, the 8 large eggs should be beaten before being added to the custard mixture.
Does the recipe specify a fiber or sugar count?
No, the fiber, sugar, sodium, and cholesterol values are not specified in the data.