Praline Pecan French Toast Casserole

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This make-ahead praline pecan French toast is an absolute indulgence on Christmas morning, with its fluffy bread, creamy custard, and crunchy praline topping. The presents can wait!

Submitted by jmsorce
Updated on December 14, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 (9x13-inch) casserole
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half

  • 8 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract

  • 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar

  • 8 slices French bread

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, more as needed

  • ½ cup maple syrup

  • ¾ cup chopped pecans

  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, or more to taste

Directions

  1. Mix half-and-half, eggs, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon sugar together in a large shallow bowl. Add French bread. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Place butter in a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Transfer to the preheated oven until butter melts, about 5 minutes. Swirl butter over bottom of the dish.

  4. Spread maple syrup, pecans, and remaining 3/4 cup sugar over melted butter. Arrange soaked bread on top of pecan mixture.

  5. Bake until top is golden and no longer runny, 30 to 35 minutes. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

460 Calories
24g Fat
50g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 460
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 218mg 73%
Sodium 320mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 30g
Protein 12g 24%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 122mg 9%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 271mg 6%

* 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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