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Golden overnight pecan pie french toast topped with caramelized pecans and sticky brown sugar syrup.
Hannah Cooking

Overnight Pecan Pie French Toast

Rich, caramelized overnight pecan pie french toast baked with buttery pecans and custard-soaked brioche. The ultimate make-ahead holiday breakfast casserole.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, southern
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast Base
  • 1 loaf Brioche or French bread Cut into 1-inch slices
  • 8 large Eggs —
  • 2 cups Whole milk —
  • ½ cup Heavy cream Adds richness
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar Sweetens custard
  • 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract —
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon —
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Optional but recommended
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Pecan Pie Topping
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter —
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • ½ cup Dark corn syrup or maple syrup For sticky topping
  • 2 cups Pecan halves —
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt —
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract —
For Serving
  • Maple syrup Optional drizzle
  • Whipped cream Optional topping
  • Powdered sugar For dusting

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish For layering and baking casserole
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For making custard
  • 1 Whisk For smooth egg mixture
  • 1 Medium saucepan For pecan topping
  • 1 Plastic wrap For overnight refrigeration
  • 1 Serrated knife For slicing bread
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons For accuracy

Method
 

  1. Butter 9x13 baking dish generously.
  2. Layer bread slices snugly in single layer.
  3. Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and spices.
  4. Pour custard evenly over bread, press to absorb.
  5. Cover and refrigerate 8–24 hours.
  6. Melt butter, add brown sugar, syrup; stir until smooth.
  7. Stir in pecans, salt, and vanilla.
  8. Pour pecan mixture evenly over soaked bread.
  9. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45–55 minutes until golden.
  10. Let rest 10 minutes, top with syrup or whipped cream.
    Golden overnight pecan pie french toast topped with caramelized pecans and sticky brown sugar syrup.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used