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Martha Stewart Baked French Toast​ Recipe

Martha Stewart Baked French Toast​ Recipe

Are you looking for a crowd-pleasing breakfast dish? Martha Stewart Baked French Toast Recipe is your answer.
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Course Breakfast

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • A large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • A sharp knife
  • Aluminum foil
  • Spatula for serving

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf of challah or brioche bread
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Butter for greasing the pan
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
  • Optional: maple syrup and fresh berries

Instructions
 

  • Butter your 9x13 inch baking dish generously.
  • This prevents the bread from sticking later.
  • Set it aside while you work.
  • Cut your bread into 1-inch thick slices.
  • Arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
  • Slightly overlap the slices if needed.
  • Whisk eggs in your large mixing bowl.
  • Add milk, cream, and granulated sugar next.
  • Mix in vanilla, cinnamon, and salt thoroughly.
  • Blend until everything combines smoothly together.
  • Pour the custard mixture over your bread slices.
  • Press down gently to help absorption happen.
  • Make sure all bread gets coated evenly.
  • Cover with plastic wrap tightly.
  • Place the dish in your refrigerator overnight.
  • This step is very important for texture.
  • The bread soaks up all that custard.
  • Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Cut in cold butter until it's crumbly.
  • This creates a delicious streusel topping.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F in the morning.
  • Remove the dish from the refrigerator first.
  • Sprinkle the topping over everything evenly.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake 30 minutes more.
  • The top should turn golden and crispy.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for better absorption power.
  • Fresh bread gets too mushy and soggy.
  • Don't skip the overnight refrigeration step at all.
  • It makes the texture absolutely perfect inside.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
  • Let it cool for five minutes before serving.
  • This helps it set up nicely together.
  • Serve with warm maple syrup on top.
  • Fresh berries add color and bright flavor.
  • Leftover portions reheat beautifully in the oven.
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