A delightful overnight French toast recipe infused with the rich flavors of eggnog, perfect for a festive breakfast or brunch.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
50min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 12 slices bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups eggnog
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
Step 2
Arrange the bread slices in the baking dish in a single layer.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggnog, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
Step 4
Pour the eggnog mixture evenly over the bread slices, making sure all the bread is soaked.
Step 5
Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Step 6
The next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 7
Remove the plastic wrap and bake the French toast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Step 8
Let the French toast cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup.