CHRISTMAS MORNING FRENCH TOAST

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Rich and decadent, this french toast casserole recipe needs to be saved for special occasions. The praline topping is what makes this breakfast casserole special. The texture is almost like a rich bread pudding. But, since the slices are intact, it is truly french toast. We used French bread (instead of an egg-style roll) which...

Provided by Victoria Ross

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

FOR FRENCH TOAST
8 egg knot dinner rolls, large size, or you may use 1 large loaf of French bread
8 large eggs
2 c half and half
1 c milk
2 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
dash(es) salt
FOR PRALINE TOPPING
2 stick butter, softened
1 c packed brown sugar, light or dark, i use dark
1 1/2 c chopped walnuts, you can use pecans if you prefer
2 Tbsp light corn syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Slice egg knot rolls into 1-inch slices, you should be able to get three slices from each roll. If using French bread loaf, slice into 20 1-inch slices. Arrange slices in a generously buttered 9x13 inch baking dish overlapping the slices a bit.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, half and half, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Beat with an electric mixer or wisk until well blended, but not too bubbly.
  • 3. Pour egg mixture over the bread slices, making sure they are all covered evenly.
  • 4. Spoon some of the mixture in between each bread slice.
  • 5. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • 6. In the morning, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all praline ingredients until well blended.
  • 7. Spread praline topping evenly over the bread slices getting some in between slices.
  • 8. Bake for 40 minutes in a preheated oven until puffy and light golden brown.
  • 9. Serve with your favorite maple syrup. Enjoy!!

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