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Gingerbread French Toast Bake

Wake Up to a Cozy Gingerbread French Toast Bake Delight

Savor the festive flavors of Gingerbread French Toast Bake for a delightful breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 10-11 oz French Bread cubed; substitute with challah for extra richness
  • 1 cup Cream can substitute with milk for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Sugar consider brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1/4 cup Molasses provides classic gingerbread flavor; dark corn syrup can be an alternative
  • 1 tsp Ground Cloves adjust to taste or omit if preferred
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger fresh ginger can offer bolder taste
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon adjust according to your sweetness preference
  • 1/4 tsp Salt balances flavors; keep it for best results
  • 6 large Whole Eggs using 11 yolks will create richer custard
For the Eggnog Syrup
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar regular sugar can be used but will affect texture
  • 1 cup Eggnog any store-bought variety works well
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg adjust based on personal preference
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon enhances syrup flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Clove small amounts can be adjusted to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla adds depth to the syrup flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch or 8x8 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease the baking dish with butter or non-stick spray and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and distribute in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, beat the whole eggs and mix in cream, sugar, molasses, salt, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over cubed bread and stir gently to ensure all pieces are soaked.
  5. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or 30-35 minutes for an 8x8 dish, until puffed and golden.
  6. Combine powdered sugar, eggnog, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, and vanilla in a bowl for syrup and chill.
  7. Cut the bake into squares and serve warm with eggnog syrup drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Soak bread long enough for best results, check for doneness, and adjust spices to your liking. Store leftovers properly for best flavor and texture.

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