Baked French Toast Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the bread cubes in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and stir until combined.
5. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and pecans.
6. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm with additional maple syrup, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• This baked French toast casserole can be made the night before and refrigerated until ready to bake in the morning.
• To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
• This dish can be served with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream.