BUTTER PECAN FRENCH TOAST

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Flavored coffee creamer is the secret ingredient in this oh-so-fast-and-easy breakfast treat the whole family will go for. "I sometimes substitute French-vanilla or caramel creamer, and add a little nutmeg and cinnamon to the eggs." Cathy Hall - Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 eggs
1/2 cup refrigerated Southern butter pecan nondairy creamer
6 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Maple syrup, optional

Steps:

In a small skillet, melt 1 teaspoon butter over medium heat. Add pecans; cook and stir for 3 minutes or until toasted., In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and creamer. Dip bread slices in egg mixture. , In a large skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Cook bread for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Sprinkle with pecans, confectioners' sugar and cinnamon. Serve with maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.