Orange Pecan French Toast Casserole
Elevate your breakfast or brunch spread with this decadent Orange Pecan French Toast Casserole, a citrus-infused twist on a classic comfort dish. Featuring cubes of day-old French bread soaked overnight in a luscious custard of fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, and fragrant vanilla, this baked casserole is crowned with a buttery pecan and brown sugar streusel for a perfect crunch. Combining creamy textures with vibrant citrus notes and warm cinnamon, this make-ahead recipe is ideal for entertaining, accommodating eight servings with minimal morning prep. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, or fresh orange slices for a stunning presentation. Whether it’s for a holiday brunch or a special family breakfast, this dish promises a crowd-pleasing flavor that’s as irresistible as it is easy to prepare! Keywords: orange pecan French toast casserole, make-ahead breakfast, baked brunch casserole, citrus French toast, pecan streusel topping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups French bread (day-old, cubed)
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Pecans (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Place the cubed French bread evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Use a spatula to gently press the bread down to help absorb the custard.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small bowl, mix the chopped pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the soaked bread in the baking dish.
Bake the casserole uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, optionally topped with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or fresh orange slices for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 277.2 g | 355% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.6 g | 533% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1529 mg | 510% | |
| Sodium | 11503 mg | 500% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1341.9 g | 488% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.5 g | 188% | |
| Total Sugars | 359.6 g | ||
| Protein | 239.5 g | 479% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1376 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 57.6 mg | 320% | |
| Potassium | 4198 mg | 89% | |
*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.
