Honey Pecan French Toast
Transform your breakfast routine with this irresistible Honey Pecan French Toast, a luxurious take on the classic morning favorite. Crafted with thick slices of brioche or challah bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, heavy cream, honey, and warm cinnamon, this recipe delivers a perfectly fluffy and golden finish. The highlight? A topping of maple-glazed caramelized pecans that adds a sweet, nutty crunch to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy French toast recipe is perfect for weekend brunch or a special occasion. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with extra honey or maple syrup for a touch of decadence that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Pecans
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to create the custard base.
Preheat a non-stick griddle or large frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a bit of butter.
Dip each slice of brioche or challah bread into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated but not overly saturated.
Place the coated bread slices onto the preheated griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm on a plate.
In a small skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Add the pecans and toss to coat.
Drizzle the pecans with maple syrup and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pecans are glossy and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
To assemble, plate the French toast slices and top generously with the maple-glazed pecans.
Optionally, dust the French toast with powdered sugar and drizzle with extra honey or maple syrup before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.3 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.7 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1068 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 2215 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.9 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.1 g | ||
| Protein | 69.6 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 625 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1324 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
