Overnight Blueberry-Pecan Bake with Maple Syrup
Elevate your breakfast experience with this decadent Overnight Blueberry-Pecan Bake, where the delightful flavors of fresh blueberries and crunchy pecans come together harmoniously. This dish is designed for busy mornings, allowing you to prep the night before and enjoy a warm, comforting breakfast in no time. With its custard-like texture and a swirl of sweet, homemade blueberry syrup, it's the perfect way to start your day. Serve it alongside fresh coffee, juice, and seasonal fruit for a complete and satisfying morning meal that everyone will love.
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Servings
267
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
thick crusted baguette
1 (24-inches)
large eggs
6 (beaten)
whole milk
3 cups
freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
packed brown sugar
1 cup
pecans
1 cup (about 3 ounces, roughly chopped)
unsalted butter
1/4 cup (plus 1 teaspoon for topping)
salt
1/4 teaspoon
blueberries
2 cups (about 12 ounces)
blueberries
1 cup (about 6 ounces, for syrup)
pure maple syrup
1/2 cup
fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon
Instructions
1
Begin by buttering a 13 x 9-inch baking dish generously. Slice the baguette into twenty 1-inch slices and arrange them neatly in a single layer within the dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, freshly grated nutmeg, vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup of brown sugar until well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the arranged baguette slices, ensuring every piece is soaked. Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight, allowing the bread to absorb the liquid.
3
The next morning, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4
Spread the pecans evenly in a shallow baking pan and toast them in the middle of the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, or until fragrant. Then, toss the toasted pecans in the pan with 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter and a pinch of salt.
5
Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
6
Once the temperature rises, evenly sprinkle the toasted pecans and 2 cups of blueberries over the soaked bread mixture. Cut half a stick of unsalted butter into small pieces, and in a separate small saucepan, combine it with the remaining 1/4 cup of brown sugar. Heat over low, stirring until the butter has melted.
7
Drizzle the melted butter and brown sugar mixture over the bread and berry mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the blueberries are bubbling.
8
To prepare the blueberry syrup, combine the remaining 1 cup of blueberries and 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup in a small saucepan over moderate heat. Cook until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
9
Pass the syrup through a fine sieve into a heat-proof pitcher, pressing down on the solids to extract all the juices. Stir in the fresh lemon juice for brightness. This syrup can be made one day ahead and stored in the refrigerator; reheat gently before serving.
10
Serve the warm Overnight Blueberry-Pecan Bake drizzled with luscious blueberry syrup for a delightful morning treat.
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
33.3g
Carbs
7.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Overnight Blueberry-Pecan Bake?
It is a decadent breakfast dish featuring thick-crusted baguette slices soaked overnight in a custard, topped with blueberries and toasted pecans, and served with a homemade blueberry maple syrup.
What type of bread is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for a 24-inch thick-crusted baguette, sliced into twenty 1-inch pieces.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 6 large eggs, which should be beaten before being mixed into the custard.
What are the ingredients for the custard?
The custard consists of eggs, 3 cups of whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
How long should the bread soak?
The bread should be covered and refrigerated overnight to allow it to fully absorb the custard mixture.
What size baking dish is required?
A 13 x 9-inch baking dish, generously buttered, is required for this recipe.
How do I prepare the pecans?
Toast 1 cup of roughly chopped pecans at 375°F for about 8 minutes, then toss them with 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter and a pinch of salt.
What temperature should the oven be set to for baking?
After toasting the pecans, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) for the main bake.
How many blueberries are used in total?
A total of 3 cups of blueberries are used: 2 cups for the bake itself and 1 cup for the syrup.
How do I make the topping for the bake?
Melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter with the remaining 1/4 cup of brown sugar and drizzle it over the bread, blueberries, and pecans before baking.
How long does the dish bake?
The dish should bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the blueberries are bubbling.
What is in the blueberry syrup?
The syrup is made from 1 cup of blueberries, 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
How do I cook the blueberry syrup?
Cook the blueberries and maple syrup over moderate heat for about 3 minutes until the berries burst and the mixture thickens.
Should the syrup be strained?
Yes, pass the syrup through a fine sieve into a pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract all the juices.
Can the blueberry syrup be made in advance?
Yes, the syrup can be made one day ahead and stored in the refrigerator; simply reheat it gently before serving.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 267 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is approximately 12.5g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 33.3g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does it provide?
Each serving contains about 7.5g of protein.
Is the nutmeg required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg to add depth to the custard flavor.
What is the purpose of the lemon juice in the syrup?
The fresh lemon juice is added at the end to provide brightness and balance the sweetness of the syrup.
How many slices of bread go into the dish?
The baguette should be cut into twenty 1-inch thick slices.
Can I use frozen blueberries?
While fresh are recommended for the best texture, frozen blueberries can be used if fresh are unavailable.
How do I know when the pecans are toasted?
The pecans are ready when they become fragrant, which usually takes about 8 minutes at 375°F.
What type of milk should be used?
The recipe specifies 3 cups of whole milk for a rich, custard-like texture.
Do I add all the brown sugar to the custard?
No, 3/4 cup goes into the egg mixture, and the remaining 1/4 cup is used for the butter drizzle topping.
What type of butter is best?
Unsalted butter is recommended to control the saltiness of the dish.
What should I serve with this bake?
It pairs well with fresh coffee, juice, and seasonal fruit for a complete breakfast.
Is this a good recipe for busy mornings?
Yes, because it is prepared the night before, it only requires baking and making the quick syrup in the morning.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 13 ingredients in total for this recipe.