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Gluten Free French Toast Casserole with Pecans
This gluten free French toast casserole with pecans and cinnamon is my tribute to an indulgent, creamy gluten free breakfasts. Whether it’s for a special weekend breakfast or a holiday brunch, this dish lets you indulge without compromise, sharing moments of joy with those you love.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 614kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 loaf gluten free bread 16 ounces, cut into 8 slices
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter + 1-2 tablespoons for greasing
- 1 cup packed brown sugar or dark brown sugar
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- whipped cream optional, for serving
- creme fraiche optional, for serving
- maple syrup optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1-2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, nutmeg, and vanilla.
- Arrange the gluten-free bread slices in the prepared baking dish and pour the egg mixture over the bread, ensuring each slice is soaked. Press the bread down lightly to ensure it absorbs the mixture.
- Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours.
- After chilling, remove from the refrigerator. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the soaked bread in the baking dish. Dot with remaining butter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Serve warm, dolloped with whipped cream or creme fraiche and drizzled with maple syrup if desired!
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Nutrition
Calories: 614kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 927IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 1mg