Pain aux Raisins French Toast Bake

Pain aux Raisins French Toast Bake

Prep: 15 min • Cook: 35 min. A delightful casserole combining the rich flavors of pain aux raisins with the comforting essence of a baked French toast, ideal for a memorable brunch. This easy-to-prepare dish transforms classic pastries into a warm, gooey, and sweet breakfast or dessert.

Preparation time
15 min
Cooking time
35 min
Total time
50 min
Servings
8

Instructions

Preparation

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. 2Arrange the pain aux raisins cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Custard Mixture

  1. 1In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, prepared custard, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  2. 2Pour the egg mixture evenly over the pain aux raisins cubes, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  3. 3Let stand for 5-10 minutes to allow the pain aux raisins to absorb the liquid.

Baking

  1. 1Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  2. 2Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Serving

  1. 1Serve warm with an additional drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories
351 kcal
Protein
8 g
Fat
15 g
Carbs
46 g
NutrientPer serving
Calories351 kcal
Protein8 g
Fat15 g
Carbs46 g

Tips

  • Using slightly stale pain aux raisins helps them absorb the custard mixture better, preventing a sog
  • If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover the dish with foil for the remaining bake time.
  • For an extra touch, serve with a dollop of crème fraîche or whipped cream.

By Chef Michael Ilin