BOOZY BAKED FRENCH TOAST

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Categories     Breakfast     Bake     Christmas     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf supermarket Challah bread in 1-inch slices, no need for the super-fancy stuff here
3 cups whole milk
3 eggs
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Your choice of flavorings: I use 3 tablespoons Bailey's and 3 tablespoons Cointreau, but Frangelico (hazelnut), Chambord (raspberry), Creme de Cassis (black currant) Grand Marnier or just a teaspoon or two of vanilla or almond extract can do the trick. You can bump up a citrus flavor with a teaspoon of zest, add a half-cup of chopped nuts such as almond slivers or pecans between layers or on top or a similar amount of raisins or other dried fruits.

Steps:

  • 1. Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with salted (my choice) or unsalted butter. 2. Arrange bread in two tightly-packed layers in the pan. I always cut one slice into smaller pieces to fill in gaps, especially when using braided Challah. If using a thinner-sliced bread, you might wish for more layers, though I find that over three, even baking can be difficult. If you are using any fillings of fruit or nuts, this is the time to get them between the layers or sprinkled atop. 3. Whisk milk, eggs, sugar, salt and booze or flavorings of your choice and pour over the bread. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. 4. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. The bread will absorb all of the milk custard while you sleep. 5. Bake at 425 for 30 minutes, or until puffed and golden. This will take longer if you have additional layers. 6. Cut into generous squares and serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, powdered sugar or all of the above.

Shahmir Chang
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This was the best French toast I've ever had! The bread was perfectly cooked, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few drops of orange extract to the custard, and it gave the dish a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this ag


Sivabrian Mooken
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This French toast was amazing! It was the perfect dish for a special breakfast or brunch. The bread was perfectly cooked, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few slices of fresh strawberries to the top before baking, and they added a ni


Trevor Sutton
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This French toast was delicious! The bread was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few drops of almond extract to the custard, and it gave the dish a really nice flavor. I will definitely


Jobe
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I loved this French toast! It was the perfect way to start my day. The bread was perfectly cooked, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few slices of banana to the top before baking, and they added a nice sweetness to the dish. I will de


Pursottam marasini
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This French toast was easy to make and very delicious. The bread was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few drops of vanilla extract to the custard, and it gave the dish a really nice fla


CP Samrat
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I thought this French toast was just okay. The bread was a bit dry, and the custard was not very flavorful. I would not make this recipe again.


Cute fly x
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This French toast was a bit too boozy for my taste, but it was still very good. The bread was perfectly cooked, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I would recommend using less alcohol in the custard if you don't like your food too boozy.


Parvaz AliRajar
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The French toast was delicious! The bread was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I added a few slices of fresh peaches


Moramang Mahloane
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This French toast was amazing! I made it for my family for Christmas morning, and they loved it. The bread was fluffy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I used a mixture of rum and vanilla extract in the custard, and it gave the dish a really


Miranda Zontelli
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I've made this Boozy Baked French Toast several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a special breakfast or brunch. The bread is always perfectly cooked, and the custard is rich and flavorful. I love that you can cust


STEVE DAVIDSON
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This Boozy Baked French Toast was a huge hit at our brunch! It was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The bread was perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and flavorful. I used a combination of bourbon