Best 2 Pecan Praline French Toast Pudding Recipes

Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our Pecan Praline French Toast Pudding, a delightful fusion of classic French toast and the irresistible allure of pralines. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring thick slices of French bread soaked in a rich custard, topped with a crown of crunchy pecan praline, and baked to golden perfection. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, nutty, and buttery notes, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Welcome to a world of culinary delight, where the Pecan Praline French Toast Pudding reigns supreme. This article presents a symphony of recipes that revolve around this delectable dish, each one a unique masterpiece that caters to diverse tastes and preferences. From the traditional preparation that captures the essence of this classic dessert to innovative variations that introduce unexpected flavor combinations and textures, this collection has something for every palate. Dive into the world of praline-infused French toast and let your taste buds embark on a journey of pure bliss.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE-PECAN PRALINE TOPPED FRENCH TOAST BREAD PUDDING

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Whenever I make a loaf of gluten free bread, I can't seem to eat all of it before it goes stale or moldy. While I could slice and freeze half, I prefer to use it for bread pudding, stuffing, meatloaf, etc. This is an excellent use for bread that is too hard and stale to eat. I would not make it from fresh squishy bread, as I think it would probably dissolve in the egg custard. The original recipe, Debbie Tate's "Make Ahead French Toast" at allrecipes, suggests 8 slices of French bread. I would assume that sourdough, old hard sandwich rolls, etc. would also work beautifully. This morning I used the last quarter loaf of bread made from Bob's Red Mill GF Homemade Wonderful Bread Mix. I would be happy to serve this for company, or Christmas morning. It is extremely rich - most people will be too full to finish off two helpings.

Provided by Lelandra

Categories Dessert

Time 9h15m

Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 cups stale bread (measured when cut into 1 inch cubes)
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

The night before you want to eat this, grease a baking dish. I use a 9x9 glass baking pan (2 qt) so that the resulting product will be coffee cake height. If you use a 9x13 pan, you won't need to bake it on a cookie sheet to catch drippings (or clean the oven afterwards), but will have a flatter casserole. Cube the bread and spread it evenly in the pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the custard (eggs, milk, half-and-half and vanilla). Pour over the bread cubes, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight/8 hours.
The next morning, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl (I use the pyrex 4-cup measuring cup I used to melt the butter in the microwave), combine the topping ingredients (melted butter, brown sugar, syrup and pecans). Spoon topping over bread and custard mixture. In the 9x9 pan, it will cover the custard completely.
Bake in preheated oven until golden, about 40 minutes. Bake it on top of a cookie sheet if you are using a 9x9 pan or you will have melted butter spattered all over the bottom of your oven afterwards.
When you take it out of the oven, the butter will still be bubbling. Let it rest at least 5 minutes, and it will be reabsorbed into the casserole, and you will have a nice crunchy topped casserole that holds together when cut into.

PECAN PRALINE FRENCH TOAST PUDDING

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We combined French toast, bread pudding and the flavor of sweet pecan pralines for one indulgent breakfast casserole. Even better, this French toast pudding starts with a genius shortcut: Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls with Original Icing.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Breakfast

Time 2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cans (12.4 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Rolls with Original Icing (8 Count)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheets with cooking spray. Bake cinnamon rolls as directed for faster bake method, refrigerating icing containers for later use. Remove rolls from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, at least 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
In medium bowl, mix brown sugar, pecans, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
In medium bowl, beat eggs, whipping cream and vanilla. Cut or tear each cinnamon roll into 6 pieces, and arrange evenly in baking dish. Pour egg mixture over torn cinnamon rolls; lightly press pieces down to absorb some of the liquid. Let stand 10 minutes.
Sprinkle brown sugar mixture evenly over cinnamon rolls. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until puffed and deep golden brown and knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 15 minutes.
In small microwavable bowl, add icing from both containers. Microwave uncovered on High 15 to 20 seconds or until thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle over top of pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Servings, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

To make the praline sauce, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the sugar from burning.
To test if the sauce is done, drop a small amount into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, the sauce is ready.
If you don't have any stale bread, you can make your own by leaving it out on the counter for a day or two.
When making the pecan praline crunch, be sure to stir the pecans and sugar constantly so they don't burn.
For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips in the French toast pudding.
Serve the French toast pudding immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Pecan praline French toast pudding is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for special occasions. The combination of sweet praline sauce, crispy pecan praline crunch, and creamy French toast pudding is sure to impress your guests. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a show-stopping dessert, give pecan praline French toast pudding a try.