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Decadent Baked French Toast with Cinnamon and Maple Syrup Recipe

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This Baked French Toast recipe is a rich, comforting breakfast dish made with fluffy challah bread soaked in a creamy custard mixture and baked to golden perfection. It features a delicious blend of eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla, and cinnamon, creating a warm and indulgent start to the day. Perfect for weekend brunch or special occasions, it can be served with powdered sugar and warm maple syrup for added sweetness.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the French Toast

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 (16 ounce) loaf challah bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups)
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ¾ cups whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For Serving (Optional)

  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • ¾ cup maple syrup, warmed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9×13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  2. Arrange the Bread: Tear the challah bread into 1-inch pieces and evenly spread them into the prepared baking dish, ensuring good coverage and some slight overlapping for soaking.
  3. Make the Custard Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Soak the Bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread pieces in the baking dish, gently pressing the bread down so it absorbs as much custard as possible. Let it soak for about 10 minutes to ensure the bread is fully saturated.
  5. Bake the French Toast: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is puffed, golden brown, and the custard is set (a knife inserted in the center should come out clean).
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve with warmed maple syrup for a classic finish.

Notes

  • Use day-old or slightly stale challah bread for the best texture, as it absorbs the custard better without becoming soggy.
  • Feel free to substitute challah with brioche for a similar richness.
  • Ensure the custard mixture fully soaks into the bread before baking for a moist interior.
  • This dish can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for convenience.
  • Add-ins like fresh berries or sliced bananas can be added before baking for extra flavor.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/decadent-baked-french-toast-with-cinnamon-and-maple-syrup-recipe/