STRAWBERRY-HAZELNUT FRENCH TOAST

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When my husband and I discovered this at a bed-and-breakfast in Arkansas, we bought the inn's cookbook so we could enjoy the same treat at home. We've changed the recipe a bit since then, but it still reminds us of that lovely B&B. -Lynn Daniel, Dallas, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
10 slices French bread baguette (1 inch thick)
5 large eggs
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons hazelnut liqueur or hazelnut flavoring syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Sliced fresh strawberries and chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until brown sugar is blended. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with bread., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, liqueur and vanilla; pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, until top is puffed, edges are golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with strawberries and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

kira kristoff
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This was a good recipe. The french toast was light and fluffy, and the strawberry hazelnut topping was delicious.


Erich Johnson
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I'm not a big fan of french toast, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! It was really good.


Vee Beard
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This was a great recipe. I made it for my brunch guests and they all loved it.


M D Faruk
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I've made this french toast several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Anas Shalabi
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Yum! This french toast was amazing. The hazelnuts added a nice crunch and the strawberries were the perfect sweet addition.


Jaco Van Renen
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This is my new favorite french toast recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The strawberry hazelnut topping is the best part.


Leo Arce
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This french toast was delicious! The hazelnut flavor was subtle but it really made the dish. I also loved the strawberry topping. It was the perfect way to start my day.


Muzamal Sahu
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I'm not a huge fan of hazelnuts, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The hazelnuts added a really nice flavor to the french toast. I'll definitely be making this again.


Charles Dunlap
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This was a great recipe! I used fresh strawberries and hazelnuts from my garden and it turned out perfect. The french toast was light and fluffy, and the strawberry hazelnut topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Kadiir Tamam
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My family loved this strawberry hazelnut french toast! It was so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. The hazelnuts added a nice crunch and the strawberries were the perfect sweet addition. We will definitely be making this again!