Baked, rich, flavorful and full of love—this delectable French toast is a must-have for a weekend breakfast or brunch. Extremely delicious and the best part is that you can have it in the refrigerator marinating overnight ready to bake in the morning.
Ingredients:
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup butter, 1 stick
2 Tablespoons corn syrup
1 loaf French bread, sliced into 3/4-inch slices
1 1/2 cups half & half
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 Tbsp Grand Marnier
1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp mace (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
- Heat brown sugar, butter and corn syrup in a heavy saucepan over medium heat until well blended, stirring frequently. Pour syrup into a 9×13″ baking dish, tilting the dish to cover. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer over the syrup. Push the bread pieces in so that they all fit.
- Whisk half and half, eggs, vanilla, liqueur, nutmeg and salt in bowl until well blended. Pour over the bread layer. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 8 to 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 * Remove dish from refrigerator and let stand until room temperature (about 30 minutes). Bake on middle rack for 35-40 minutes or until edges are golden brown and puffed. Serve with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and or syrup, if desired.
Chef’s Notes:
*Grand Marnier (a liqueur) can be substituted with orange juice.
*Garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint.
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Great idea! Looks fantastic 🙂
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Thanks, Antonia!! The raspberry in the photo stole the show! lol!
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sounds awesome Lana 🙂
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Thanks, Lynne! The overnight chilly nap is what makes them work 🙂
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Wonderful idea! 🙂
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Thank you, Chef!! It’s become our go to brunch staple 🙂
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Oooh how decadent!
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So true, Kathryn! Add a peach bellini and we’re all set 🙂 Thanks a bunch!
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This sounds and looks delicious!
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Thanks, Cynthia! I used French bread & challah and challah was my favorite 🙂
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Yum, challah is delicious!
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Oh yes, adds just a touch of extra richness & sweetness! Thanks!!
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Absolutely divine!
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Thanks, Freda! Can’t wait to check out your current lovely offerings as well! I’m a bit behind & I miss them!
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No worries dear 🙂
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Wow this sounds so good and a lovely picture as well!
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Thank you, Lynn! The caramelization really makes them wonderful!
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they look amazing!
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Sounds delicious!
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Thanks so much, Yvette!!
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This is like my perfect storm in food …. French Toast marries Crême Brulée – I have found heaven and I intend to indulge greedily. Thank you 😀
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They simply blend, right? If I could only find a way to make the sugar crack on the bottom! 😉 Creme Brulee is a huge favorite of mine, Osyth! Thanks so much!
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Always my pleasure dear friend 🙂
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This looks so delicious! Can I just use the white bread?
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Sorry for my tardy response! Oh yes, but you may add an extra 5 minutes to the baking time. White breads seem to soak up a little more liquid & need to steam a bit more during baking. Thanks so much for commenting!! Great question!
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I looks so nice!! Yummy!!
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Thanks so much! The caramelized sugar at the bottom always makes them wonderful 🙂
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Thank you!
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