Pecan French Toast
Indulge your mornings with the irresistible sweetness and crunch of Pecan French Toast, a decadent breakfast recipe that transforms simple ingredients into gourmet perfection. Thick slices of brioche or challah are soaked in a rich custard blend of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, then crusted with chopped pecans for added texture and nutty flavor. Golden and crispy on the outside, while remaining soft and luxurious on the inside, this pecan-crusted French toast is cooked to perfection in buttery goodness. Top it off with a drizzle of maple syrup to elevate its sweet, nutty notes, making it an unforgettable morning treat. Perfect for brunch or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become your go-to for impressing family and friends.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-cut bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Pecans (chopped)
- optional Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt until smooth and well-combined.
Spread the chopped pecans out on a plate or shallow dish. Set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt and coat the surface evenly.
Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides. Let the excess liquid drip off before pressing one side of the bread into the chopped pecans, gently pressing to adhere the nuts to the surface.
Place the bread slice into the skillet, pecan side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the nut-crusted side is golden brown and the pecans are toasted.
Flip the bread carefully and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Repeat the process with the remaining bread slices, adding additional butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
Once all the slices are cooked, serve the Pecan French Toast warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.5 g | 324% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.5 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1257 mg | 419% | |
| Sodium | 2258 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.4 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 717 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1519 mg | 32% | |
*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.
