Best 5 Louisiana Sweet Potato French Toast With Pecan Honey Butter Recipes

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Louisiana sweet potato french toast is a unique and delicious breakfast dish that combines the flavors of sweet potatoes, pecans, and honey butter. This recipe is a twist on the classic french toast, using sweet potatoes instead of bread. The result is a soft and fluffy french toast with a slightly sweet flavor. The pecan honey butter adds a nutty and sweet topping that takes this dish to the next level. If you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch recipe, this Louisiana sweet potato french toast is sure to impress.

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LOUISIANA SWEET POTATO FRENCH TOAST WITH PECAN HONEY-BUTTER



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This sounds like an interesting breakfast. I think 1 egg would work instead of 2 yolks. From the Advocate (Baton Rouge newspaper) who say the recipe is by Patrick Ashton, of New Orleans.

Provided by Random Rachel

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 4 french toast sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large louisiana sweet potato
2 ounces cane syrup
4 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 nut nutmeg, grated with microplane
1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup honey
8 slices hearty white bread or 4 slices thick-sliced challah
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 nut nutmeg, grated
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup milk
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • For the filling: Peel and cut sweet potato into 1/2-inch chunks. Roast in microwave in a covered microwave-safe dish with a few drops of water until fork-tender (8 to 10 minutes).
  • Combine sweet potato and all filling ingredients in food processor or blender and process until the consistency of creamy peanut butter.
  • Pecan honey butter: Chop pecans and add to a sauté pan over low heat and toast for a few minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add honey and pecans. Heat until mixture starts to bubble, stirring periodically, then lower heat and keep warm.
  • For French toast: Combine egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and vanilla in a flat-bottom dish. Whisk together until dry ingredients are fully moistened and combined with wet ingredients. Warm milk in microwave until warm (not hot), then add milk and melted butter to egg-yolk mixture. Whisk until combined well.
  • Spread 1-2 tbsp of the filling between every 2 slices of bread to make sandwiches.
  • Put 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip toast sandwiches in custard mixture and soak for 15 to 20 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle or pan for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and slice into three slices diagonally; arrange on plates. Top with honey-butter.

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES WITH HONEY AND PECANS



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Glaze sweet potatoes with honey, butter, cinnamon and ginger; add texture with crunchy pecans.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 pounds small sweet potatoes (about 6)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Kosher salt
1/3 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork and microwave on high until cooked through, 8 to 12 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time. Start checking for doneness during the last 4 minutes of cooking time. They should feel soft when you squeeze them. Cut into thick rounds and arrange decoratively in a small or medium baking dish.
  • Stir together the melted butter, honey, cinnamon, allspice, ginger and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Pour over the potatoes and toss to coat. Roast until the honey butter is bubbly and the potatoes are glazed, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and top with pecans.

OVERNIGHT PECAN FRENCH TOAST



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Whenever our family gathers for Christmas brunch, this convenient make-ahead dish is one crowd-pleaser I can count on. It's a mouthwatering cross between French toast and sticky pecan rolls-and really something to celebrate!-Larry Laatsch, Saginaw, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
8 to 10 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine the eggs, cream and vanilla. Add bread slices; soak for 5 minutes. Turn bread over; cover and refrigerate overnight., In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, syrup and pecans. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with bread. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1249 calories, Fat 56g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 531mg cholesterol, Sodium 1207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 153g carbohydrate (86g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

PECAN FRENCH TOAST



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Make-ahead convenience is a bonus with this yummy brunch dish, says Summerfield, North Carolina's Cindy Fish. "It couldn't be easier but tastes like you really fussed!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1/4 cup chopped pecans
4 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
2 large eggs
2/3 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla and salt; pour over bread. Let stand for 10 minutes, turning once. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; cook over medium heat until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with pecans. Top with bread. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 30-35 minutes. Invert onto a serving platter. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Fat 30g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 249mg cholesterol, Sodium 666mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

LOUISIANA SWEET POTATO PANCAKES



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These are a very welcome change from regular pancakes. Great with maple syrup or cranberry sauce.

Provided by SWIZZLESTICKS

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ pound sweet potatoes
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups milk
¼ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan of boiling water, and cook until tender but firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and immediately immerse in cold water to loosen skins. Drain, remove skins, chop, and mash.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Mix mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, milk and butter in a separate medium bowl. Blend sweet potato mixture into the flour mixture to form a batter.
  • Preheat a lightly greased griddle over medium-high heat. Drop batter mixture onto the prepared griddle by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook until golden brown, turning once with a spatula when the surface begins to bubble.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 549.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • To make the pecan honey butter, simply combine softened butter, honey, chopped pecans, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl and mix until well combined.
  • If you don't have any stale sweet potatoes, you can bake them in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until they are soft and cooked through.
  • To make the sweet potato puree, simply mash the cooked sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
  • When making the French toast batter, be sure to whisk the eggs and milk together until they are well combined.
  • Soak the sweet potato slices in the batter for at least 10 minutes, or up to overnight, to ensure that they are cooked through.
  • When cooking the French toast, be sure to use a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Cook the French toast for 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the French toast immediately with pecan honey butter and your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or syrup.

Conclusion:

Louisiana Sweet Potato French Toast with Pecan Honey Butter is a delicious and unique breakfast or brunch dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. The sweet potato puree adds a subtle sweetness and flavor to the French toast, while the pecan honey butter is a perfect complement. This dish is also relatively easy to make, and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy mornings. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting breakfast recipe, give Louisiana Sweet Potato French Toast with Pecan Honey Butter a try!

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