Delicious and Easy Overnight Eggnog French Toast Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Overnight Eggnog French Toast Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 11, 2023

This overnight eggnog French toast is the perfect dish to enjoy during the holiday season. Made with rich and creamy eggnog, this French toast is soft, custardy, and bursting with delicious flavors. The bread soaks up the eggnog mixture overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the bread to become extra tender. In the morning, simply bake it in the oven for a warm and comforting breakfast that will impress your family and guests. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread, cut into thick slices
  • 4 cups eggnog
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Directions

  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Arrange the slices of French bread in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggnog, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Pour the eggnog mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring that all the bread is coated. Press the bread down gently to help it soak up the mixture.
  5. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and uncover.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and set.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.

Interesting Facts

  • Eggnog is a traditional holiday drink that is made with milk, eggs, sugar, and spices.
  • French toast is believed to have originated in medieval Europe as a way to use up stale bread.
  • Adding eggnog to the French toast batter adds a rich and festive flavor to the dish.