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Bonne Maman Skillet French Toast And Preserves Casserole

Carolyn Menyes|

Bonne Maman Skillet French Toast And Preserves Casserole
3.8 (6 ratings)
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If there’s one sweet brunch dish that truly reigns supreme, it is the French toast. This indulgent, endlessly delicious recipe is truly French-inspired, with croissants as its base and beautiful fruit preserves mixed in.This recipe is courtesy of Bonne Maman.
Servings
8
Ingredients
  • 3 cup whole milk
  • 8 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup fruit preserves, preferably bonne maman four fruit preserves
  • 8 croissants, torn into rustic 2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup raspberries dusted in confectioner’s sugar, optional
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the milk, egg yolks, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt and whisk until frothy.
  3. In a small saucepan, heat the preserves until warm and pourable, 1–2 minutes.
  4. Arrange half of the croissant pieces in the bottom of a 2 1/2-quart cast iron skillet and drizzle with half of the warm preserves. Pour half of the egg mixture over the croissants. Repeat with remaining croissant pieces, preserves, and egg mixture.
  5. Lightly press the croissants with a spoon to help saturate with liquid, but do not submerge completely.
  6. Set aside for 20–30 minutes before baking.
  7. Sprinkle the casserole with pecans and raspberries.
  8. Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the aluminum foil and continue cooking until puffed and golden, 15–20 minutes.
  10. Let stand for 10– 15 minutes before serving; garnish with confectioner’s sugar if desired.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature.
 
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