Corner Bakery French Toast |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is not like regular 'French toast', it's more like a rich, soft, moist bread pudding that can be sliced and served with syrup. It's perfect for brunch and can also be served for dessert. This recipe comes from the Chicago Tribune. Ingredients:
14 slices thick day-old bakery cinnamon-raisin bread |
3 eggs, lightly beaten |
1 1/2 cups half-and-half |
1 cup whipping cream |
1/2 cup sugar |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
maple syrup, warmed |
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 375°.
2. Line bottom of greased 8-inch square baking pan with 3 slices of bread, cutting to fit; top with 3 more slices, cutting to fit.
3. Place 8 slices across top in 2 rows; shingle-fashion.
4. Press down firmly.
5. Whisk eggs in a medium bowl; whisk in half-and-half, cream, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
6. Pour egg mixture evenly over bread.
7. Cover tightly with foil.
8. Bake 40 minutes.
9. Remove foil; bake 10 minutes longer.
10. Remove and let stand 10 minutes before serving.
11. Serve with maple syrup.
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