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Baked French Toast Casserole

Name: Baked French Toast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 9 h
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 2 cups half-and-half; 1 cup low-fat milk; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 pinch salt; 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup light brown sugar; 1 cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 teaspoons light corn syrup; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, or to taste (optional)

Rating: 4.55 stars

42 Ratings
32 Reviews
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Perfect for a Mother's Day brunch or even dessert! This was originally a very rich recipe that I found on the internet so I tried to tweak it to lower the fat. So yummy.

By DaniDee

Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

45 mins

total:

9 hrs

additional:

8 hrs

Servings:

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Generously butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.

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Step 2

Whisk eggs, half-and-half, milk, white sugar, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl. Dip each bread slice into egg mixture and arrange in overlapping rows in the prepared baking dish. Cover dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
Step 3

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 4

Mix pecans, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon nutmeg together in a bowl; spread evenly over bread in the baking dish.
Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Generously top French toast with confectioners' sugar.

Cook's Note:

Fat-free half-and-half can be substituted for the regular half-and-half, if desired.

Partner Tip

Reynolds® Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

596 calories; 36.3 g total fat; 180 mg cholesterol; 392 mg sodium. 58 g carbohydrates; 12.6 g protein; Full Nutrition

Reviews (32)

Most helpful positive review

Jessica Bilski

10/22/2015

All I can say is....Oh my GOODNESS!!! this was phenomenal. I don't even like French toast but I can't wait to make this again. ALL 9 people loved this in my house- My only regret is that I didn't double the recipe. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Cake

04/03/2020

I made this recipe, and it turned out soggy and wet. It also made too much. Read More

42 Ratings

5 star values: 33
4 star values: 5
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 2

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Jessica Bilski

10/22/2015

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Jessica Bilski

10/22/2015

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Debi Sunshine

05/22/2016

I left out the corn syrup and used 1 1/4 cup of pecans because I needed to use them up. I made it for an 80th Birthday Brunch and it was fabulous! YES I would DEFINITELY make this again..and again...and again....:) DaniellaVictoria YOU are a ROCK STAR!! Read More

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Sandra L. Garth

04/27/2015

This was a big hit at my house. I decided to try the recipe as written before I made any changes. The Praline topping was buttery crunchy and yes a little sweet but I was very satisfied. For sure this will make an appearance on my table again. Read More

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Jessie Campobasso

05/13/2018

AMAZING! But there's way too much eggwash... I forgot to add the milk last time I made it and it still came out delicious! just be careful to not overlap too much or it ends up soggy. Read More

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Wendy Frye

12/16/2016

Easy-to-make recipe that can be made the night before. I wouldn't change a thing. Read More

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Diana Mc

04/25/2015

Very easy to make. Great recipe for a brunch. It was a little too heavy for my liking and a bit sweet. Read More

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Amber Nunnelee

11/28/2016

This was a crowd please for sure! Only adjustment I made was using almonds instead of pecans. Prep was easy and didn't take long. I didn't leave time for the dish to set for 8 hours but was delicious all the same. I will definitely be making this one again! Read More

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KellyK

12/23/2016

This is delicious and easy! I don't change anything at all. Made last year for a family brunch and it has been requested again Read More

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hunterantares

06/13/2017

Big hit!! This is a wonderful breakfast dish very easy and wows our guests. We use homemade bread from our bread maker and it works just as well (we cut the slices about an inch thick). Also I have had great success with shorter soak time 2 hours in the fridge has gotten great results. I discovered this like most because I failed to really read the recipe before a brunch and had to compress the prep. No syrup necessary we serve with cut fresh strawberries and blueberries. Read More

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Cake

04/03/2020

I made this recipe, and it turned out soggy and wet. It also made too much. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Baked French Toast Casserole

Servings Per Recipe: 10
Calories: 596

% Daily Value *

total fat: 56 %

saturated fat:

cholesterol: 60 %

sodium: 16 %

potassium: 8 %

carbohydrates: 19 %

fiber: 10 %

sugar:

protein: 25 %

exchange other carbs:

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Jessica Bilski

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04/27/2015

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Jessie Campobasso

05/13/2018

AMAZING! But there's way too much eggwash... I forgot to add the milk last time I made it and it still came out delicious! just be careful to not overlap too much or it ends up soggy.

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Wendy Frye