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Crispy Pecan Praline French Toast

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A delicious French toast recipe featuring crispy, caramelized edges with a buttery pecan praline glaze, perfect for special occasions or a comforting weekend breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • Thick slices of brioche or challah bread, about 1 inch thick
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, dark or light
  • 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter, divided
  • ¾ cup (90 g) chopped pecans, toasted
  • Pinch of salt
  • Maple syrup or honey (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard by whisking together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until smooth.
  2. Toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Make the pecan praline glaze by melting 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet over medium heat, stirring in brown sugar until dissolved and bubbling, then add toasted pecans and coat evenly. Keep warm on low heat.
  4. Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture for 10-15 seconds per side, allowing some liquid absorption but avoiding sogginess.
  5. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a clean skillet over medium heat. Cook soaked bread slices 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown with crispy, caramelized edges.
  6. Spoon the warm pecan praline glaze over each cooked slice, letting it drip down the sides and harden slightly.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally drizzling with maple syrup or honey and garnishing with fresh berries or powdered sugar.

Notes

Use day-old brioche for best texture. Cook over medium heat to avoid burning the praline sugar. Toast pecans separately for enhanced flavor. Keep praline glaze warm and spoon onto toast immediately for best crunch. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in toaster oven or broiler to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

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Keywords: French toast, pecan praline, caramelized edges, breakfast, brunch, brioche, pecans, easy recipe

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