Hummingbird Farms Lavender French Toast Bake
Transform your mornings with the enchanting flavors of Hummingbird Farms Lavender French Toast Bake, a luxurious twist on a breakfast classic. This easy-to-make casserole combines the floral essence of culinary lavender buds with a rich custard of eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream, all soaked into chunks of day-old baguette or challah bread. Baked to golden perfection, each bite offers the perfect balance of creamy custard, delicate spice from cinnamon, and a whisper of vanilla. Ideal for brunch gatherings or a special weekend treat, this fragrant dish can be prepared the night before for a stress-free morning. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup for a visually stunning and irresistibly delicious centerpiece your guests will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf day-old baguette or challah bread
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons culinary lavender buds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 cup maple syrup (optional for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Cut the day-old baguette or challah bread into 1-inch cubes and arrange evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lavender buds, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring each piece is soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to fully soak up the custard. Alternatively, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for a more infused flavor.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Remove from the oven and let the bake cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy the delicate lavender aroma paired with the rich, custardy bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.5 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.5 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1446 mg | 482% | |
| Sodium | 3881 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 527.3 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 330.7 g | ||
| Protein | 88.2 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.4 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 956 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1818 mg | 39% | |
*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.
