Maple Pecan Breakfast Bake
Maple Pecan Breakfast Bake is the ultimate morning indulgence, combining the rich flavors of maple syrup and crunchy pecans with soft, custardy bread. Perfect for lazy weekends or impressing guests, this dish fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma. Easy to prepare and versatile, it allows for seasonal variations and is sure to leave everyone at the table smiling. Whip up this delightful breakfast bake for a comforting start to your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cubed stale bread.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and gently mix until fully coated.
- Fold in toasted pecans and transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute pecans with walnuts or mix in dried cranberries. Let the bread soak in the custard mixture for at least 30 minutes for optimal texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.