Description
Eggnog French Toast Bake is a festive and indulgent twist on the classic breakfast favorite, perfect for cozy holiday mornings. Thick slices of challah or brioche bread soak in a creamy eggnog mixture infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a fluffy, golden-brown bake. Served warm with maple syrup or whipped cream, this dish will delight your family and friends while making every brunch feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread (about 12 slices)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a large baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, eggnog, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Cut the bread into thick slices or cubes and arrange in the baking dish.
- Pour the eggnog mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour (or overnight).
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg