Pecan Pie French Toast Casserole: A Delicious Breakfast Delight!

A delightful breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of pecan pie and French toast, perfect for a special occasion or holiday brunch.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of French bread, cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- Butter for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- 3
Add the cubed French bread to the egg mixture and gently fold until the bread is well coated.
- 4
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
- 5
Drizzle maple syrup over the top of the casserole.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- 7
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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