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Crispy Sheet Pan French Toast Recipe with Easy Brown Sugar Pecan Crumble

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A simple and delicious sheet pan French toast baked to crispy perfection with a buttery brown sugar pecan crumble topping. Perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings, this recipe requires no flipping and delivers a crunchy, custardy breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 8 thick slices of sturdy bread like brioche or challah (day-old bread is best)
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • A pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly darker. Remove and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Grease a 9×13 inch sheet pan with butter or nonstick spray. Lay 8 thick slices of day-old brioche or challah in a single layer, slightly overlapping if needed.
  4. Pour the custard evenly over the bread, pressing down gently to help the bread absorb the liquid. Let sit for about 10 minutes to soak thoroughly (can refrigerate covered for up to 2 hours or overnight).
  5. In a medium bowl, mix cooled toasted pecans with brown sugar and softened butter until crumbly but slightly sticky.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan crumble evenly over the soaked bread.
  7. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until custard is set and topping is golden brown and crisp. Tent with foil if topping browns too fast.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use day-old brioche or challah for best texture. Toast pecans beforehand for maximum crunch. If topping browns too quickly, tent with foil. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use vegan butter. Bread can soak overnight for convenience. Reheat leftovers in toaster oven to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: French toast, sheet pan, pecan crumble, brown sugar, brunch, easy breakfast, baked French toast, crispy French toast

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