Oven Baked Praline French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate brunch treat with Oven Baked Praline French Toast, a decadent fusion of sweet, buttery praline topping and soft, custard-soaked bread baked to golden perfection. Featuring thick slices of brioche or challah bread, this crowd-pleasing recipe creates a luscious custard base with eggs, milk, cream, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, allowing it to soak overnight for unmatched flavor and texture. The star of the dish is the irresistible praline topping made with melted butter, brown sugar, and crunchy pecans, adding a caramelized richness to every bite. With its simple preparation, 40-minute baking time, and optional finishes of maple syrup or powdered sugar, this make-ahead dish is perfect for holiday mornings or leisurely weekend breakfasts. Treat your guests to the warm, comforting flavors of this oven-baked favorite—and see why it's destined to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
- 6 Eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- Maple syrup or powdered sugar (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Arrange the slices of brioche or challah bread in a single layer in the dish, slightly overlapping if necessary.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the bread to soak.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and chopped pecans to create the praline topping. The mixture should resemble a coarse crumble.
Remove the soaked bread from the refrigerator and sprinkle the praline mixture evenly over the top of the bread.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 333.8 g | 428% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.4 g | 752% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1833 mg | 611% | |
| Sodium | 2933 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 499.1 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 322.9 g | ||
| Protein | 105.2 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1194 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 2299 mg | 49% | |
*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.
