Description
Eggnog Croissant French Toast Bake is a festive breakfast delight that transforms flaky croissants into a creamy, rich dish infused with the flavors of eggnog, vanilla, and warm spices. Perfect for holiday brunches or cozy family gatherings, this bake is an easy recipe that brings warmth and joy to your mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 day-old croissants, torn into pieces
- 5 large eggs
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, eggnog, milk, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Distribute croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish and pour the custard mixture over them.
- Let sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg