Description
Indulge in a delightful morning treat with this easy recipe for Baked French Toast. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish is a comforting blend of rich challah bread soaked in a sweet, custardy mixture and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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Baked French Toast:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 (16 ounce) loaf challah bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups)
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
- 3/4 cup maple syrup, warmed, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center position. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with the butter.
- Layer the bread: Add the challah to the prepared dish in an even layer.
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until fully combined. Pour the egg mixture over the bread. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and challah is browned.
- Serve: Sprinkle with powdered sugar if using. Serve alongside the maple syrup, if using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approximately 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
