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Cozy Overnight Eggnog French Toast Bake with Bourbon Maple Syrup

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A rich and comforting French toast bake soaked overnight in spiced eggnog and served with a warm bourbon maple syrup, perfect for cozy holiday mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups (about 250g) day-old brioche or challah bread, cubed
  • 4 cups (960ml) eggnog
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, freshly grated if possible
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing the pan)
  • 1 cup (240ml) pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for syrup)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for syrup)

Instructions

  1. Cube about 10 cups (250g) of day-old brioche or challah bread into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 4 cups (960ml) eggnog, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gently fold the cubed bread into the custard mixture, ensuring all pieces are coated but intact. Let sit for about 5 minutes to start soaking.
  4. Butter a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Transfer the soaked bread evenly into the dish, pressing down lightly.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the bake from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Tent with foil if browning too quickly after 30 minutes.
  8. While baking, combine 1 cup (240ml) maple syrup, 2 tablespoons bourbon, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until butter melts and syrup is warm but not boiling. Keep warm.
  9. Let the bake cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm drizzled generously with bourbon maple syrup.

Notes

Use rich, creamy eggnog for best custardy texture. Let bread soak overnight for optimal flavor and softness. Tent with foil if browning too fast. For dairy-free, swap eggnog and butter with alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread and dairy-free eggnog. Adjust bourbon amount in syrup to taste. Avoid boiling syrup to preserve bourbon flavor.

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Keywords: French toast bake, eggnog, bourbon maple syrup, holiday breakfast, overnight soak, cozy brunch, brioche French toast

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