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Autumn Spiced Overnight French Toast Recipe

Autumn Spiced Overnight French Toast

As the crisp air of autumn settles in, there's nothing quite like a warm, comforting breakfast to start your day. The Autumn Spiced Overnight French Toast recipe is a delightful way to embrace the flavors of the season. Imagine sinking your teeth into buttery, cinnamon-spiced bread, perfectly soaked overnight and baked to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 1 loaf challah or brioche bread sliced
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk whole or milk alternative
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
For Serving
  • Maple syrup

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven mitts
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Grease the baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the slices of bread in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices and gently press down to ensure they absorb the mixture.
  5. Step 5: If using pecans, sprinkle them over the top of the soaked bread.
  6. Step 6: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  7. Step 7: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) the next morning.
  8. Step 8: Remove the plastic wrap and bake the dish for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  9. Step 9: Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with maple syrup.

Notes

This recipe can be modified to be vegan or gluten-free based on your preferences. Leftovers can be frozen for later enjoyment.