Indulge in this decadent Baked French Toast Casserole with a sweet praline topping. It's a perfect breakfast or brunch dish that's sure to impress your family and guests.
Ingredients: 1 loaf of French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes. 8 large eggs. 2 cups milk. 1/2 cup heavy cream. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed. 1 tablespoon vanilla extract. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon salt. For Praline Topping:. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. 1 cup packed brown sugar. 1 cup chopped pecans. 2 tablespoons light corn syrup. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Add the cubed French bread to the bowl and gently toss to coat all the bread cubes with the egg mixture. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for best results. Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and transfer the soaked bread mixture into it, spreading it evenly. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, chopped pecans, corn syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Evenly distribute the praline topping over the bread mixture in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until the casserole is puffed up and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with maple syrup or powdered sugar for added sweetness. Enjoy your delicious Baked French Toast Casserole with Praline Topping!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
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