Pecan Raisin Bread Morning Casserole
Elevate your breakfast game with this Pecan Raisin Bread Morning Casserole, a make-ahead delight brimming with comforting flavors and rich textures. This easy-to-prepare casserole features cubes of sweet, nutty pecan raisin bread soaked in a luscious custard infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, then baked to golden perfection. Topped with crunchy pecans, juicy raisins, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a dusting of powdered sugar, this dish is a harmonious balance of sweetness and texture. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast, it pairs beautifully with fresh fruit and an extra splash of maple syrup. Ready in just an hour, this baked casserole combines convenience and indulgence in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices pecan raisin bread
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
Cut the pecan raisin bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined and smooth.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed bread in the baking dish, ensuring all bread pieces are soaked. Press down gently with a spatula to help absorb the liquid.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans and raisins evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil, dot the top of the casserole with butter, and drizzle the maple syrup evenly over the surface.
Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is fully set.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Dust the top lightly with powdered sugar before slicing. Serve warm, optionally paired with additional maple syrup or fresh fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 236.6 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.9 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1480 mg | 493% | |
| Sodium | 2655 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 607.7 g | 221% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 427.9 g | ||
| Protein | 93.9 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.6 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1053 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2813 mg | 60% | |
*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.
