Christmas Morning French Toast Bake
Christmas Morning French Toast Bake is the perfect holiday breakfast that combines the delightful flavors of cinnamon, vanilla, and rich maple syrup into a fluffy masterpiece. This easy-to-make dish transforms any gathering into a festive celebration, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas and creating cherished memories with family and friends. Whether it’s for Christmas morning or a cozy brunch, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 loaf challah bread (cubed)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cube the challah bread into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold cubed bread into the custard mixture and let it sit for 10 minutes to soak up flavors.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: For best results, prepare the dish the night before and refrigerate overnight before baking. Customize with chocolate chips or fresh fruit for extra flavor variations.