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Cozy Overnight Croissant French Toast Bake with Maple Pecans

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A comforting and easy overnight French toast bake using flaky croissants soaked in custard and topped with crunchy maple pecans, perfect for cozy weekend mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large buttery croissants, preferably day-old or slightly stale
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/3 cup (67 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnishes: powdered sugar, fresh berries or sliced bananas, extra maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Tear the croissants into large chunks, roughly 2 inches each, and place evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or half-and-half, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard evenly over the croissant chunks, gently pressing down to soak. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
  4. In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, maple syrup, melted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until pecans are well coated.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove baking dish from fridge and sprinkle maple pecan topping evenly over soaked croissants.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until custard is set and topping is golden and bubbly. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  7. Let bake cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and add fresh berries or bananas if desired. Drizzle with extra maple syrup.

Notes

Use day-old croissants for best custard absorption. Soak overnight for tender, custardy texture. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly. Toast pecans lightly before mixing for enhanced flavor. Can substitute gluten-free croissants or vegan alternatives as needed.

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Keywords: French toast bake, croissant French toast, overnight French toast, maple pecans, breakfast casserole, cozy breakfast, easy brunch recipe

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