Best 10 Maple Bacon French Toast Casserole Recipes

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For a delicious and heartwarming breakfast or brunch, maple bacon French toast casserole is the ultimate dish to savor. With its delightful combination of maple syrup, crispy bacon, and fluffy French toast, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It is an easy-to-make dish that can be prepared ahead of time, making it perfect for busy mornings or special occasions. Whether you are feeding a hungry family, hosting a brunch party, or simply craving a sweet and savory breakfast treat, this maple bacon French toast casserole is the perfect choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ULTIMATE BACON-MAPLE FRENCH TOAST



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A savory update to baked French toast, this is an easy make-ahead dish that is excellent for brunches and showers. The combination of maple syrup, bacon and nuts makes it impressive and satisfying. -John Whitehead, Greenville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash salt
Dash cayenne pepper
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
TOPPING:
6 thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup butter, melted
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Maple syrup

Steps:

  • Grease a 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside., In a large shallow bowl, whisk the first 10 ingredients. Dip each slice of bread into egg mixture. Arrange slices in prepared dish. Pour remaining egg mixture over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the first 8 topping ingredients. Spread over top., Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Drizzle with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 250mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

MAPLE BACON FRENCH TOAST BAKE



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Our family loves Sunday brunch. Each season I try to bring a little different flavor to the table. This French toast bake reminds us of fall! Whole or 2% milk works best, but I use almond milk because I can't have dairy. -Margaret Brott, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups cubed bread
8 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place bread in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, brown sugar, syrup and cinnamon. Pour over bread. Sprinkle with bacon. Refrigerate, covered, 4 hours or overnight., Remove casserole from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

MAPLE BACON FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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This is my go-to Sunday breakfast. It's easy to put together and put in the fridge Saturday night then bake the next morning. It gives me more time for enjoying family on Sundays. -Erin Wright, Wallace, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash salt
16 slices French bread (1 inch thick)
10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Additional maple syrup

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk first 7 ingredients. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture. Arrange bread slices into 2 overlapping rows in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour remaining egg mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon. Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned, 10-15 minutes longer. Serve with additional syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

MAPLE FRENCH TOAST AND BACON CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1 3.9-ounce box instant vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon potato starch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup half-and-half, at room temperature
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (5 strips)
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 strips bacon, cooked and chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Place paper liners in a 12-cup muffin tin. Prepare the cupcakes: Combine the flours, pudding mix, baking powder, potato starch, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a bowl with a whisk.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugars with a mixer on low speed until combined, 6 to 8 minutes. Gradually mix in the vanilla and egg whites. Scrape down the sides of the bowl; continue mixing until light and fluffy. Add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the maple syrup and half-and-half, mixing after each addition and ending with flour. Mix until the ingredients are just combined; do not overmix. Fold in the bacon.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters of the way. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: Beat the cream cheese and butter with a mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add the confectioners' sugar, maple syrup and cinnamon; beat until combined. Spread on the cooled cupcakes; top with chopped bacon, if desired.

MAPLE FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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When I first served this to family visiting from California, they all wanted the recipe. I'd never had so many compliments on my cooking before! The recipe was originally from my grandmother, given to me on my wedding day.-Melissa Faye Paxton, Clifton Forge, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups cubed French bread
1/2 cup golden raisins
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup warm heavy whipping cream (70° to 80°)
1/4 cup maple syrup
6 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place bread in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; press down gently. Sprinkle with raisins. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in whipping cream and syrup; mix well. Whisk together the eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt; add to cream cheese mixture., Pour evenly over bread; lightly press bread into egg mixture with a spatula. Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 375° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until center is set and the top is golden brown. Serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 283mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST WITH BACON MAPLE SYRUP



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My two great-grandsons helped me create this pumpkin French toast. Each of the boys took turns prepping and offering suggestions. It's a wonderful holiday brunch dish, and it can even be made a day ahead and baked when ready to serve. -Barbara Estabrook, Appleton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 bacon strips
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
3 large eggs
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, divided
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided
12 ounces Challah or brioche bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons cold butter
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons 2% milk
3 tablespoons canned pumpkin

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; crumble bacon. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon for sauce. In a large bowl, whisk milk, eggs, 1/2 cup brown sugar, pumpkin, maple syrup and 2 teaspoons pie spice until blended. Place half the bread cubes in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with half the crumbled bacon and half the egg mixture. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Combine oats, pecans, flour, and the remaining 3 tablespoons brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon pie spice. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. Meanwhile, for sauce, in a small saucepan, melt butter and reserved bacon grease over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and maple syrup. Add milk and pumpkin; heat through. Serve with French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

MAPLE FRENCH TOAST AND BACON CUPCAKES



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This recipe won Food Network magazines first 'secret-ingredient recipe contest'. The secret ingredient was Maple Syrup. Kara Sow created this delicious winner!

Provided by Ashbow

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 cupcakes, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1 (4 ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon potato starch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup half-and-half, at room temperature
1/2 cup bacon, chopped and cooked
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 slices bacon, cooked and chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Place paper liners in a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Prepare the cupcakes:
  • Combine the flours, pudding mix, baking powder, potato starch, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a bowl with a whisk.
  • In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugars with a mixer on low speed until combined, 6 to 8 minutes. Gradually mix in the vanilla and egg whites. Scrape down the sides of the bowl; continue mixing until light and fluffy.Add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the maple syrup and half-and-half. mixing after each addition and ending with flour.Mix until the ingredients are just combined; do not overmix. Fold in the bacon.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters of the way. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
  • Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting:.
  • Beat the cream cheese and butter with a mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add the confectioners sugar, maple syrup and cinnamon; beat until combined. Spread on the cooled cupcakes; top with chopped bacon, if desired.

BACON BAKED FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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Easy breakfast recipe, can be made the night before and baked in the morning. Prep time does not include soaking overnight (if desired).

Provided by nrsena

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 1 pan, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf crusty bread, cut into cubes
8 eggs
3 cups half-and-half
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 teaspoon salt
12 slices bacon, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
4 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
maple syrup (optional)

Steps:

  • If cooking immediately, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, half and half, 1/4 cup of sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  • Add in bread, tossing to coat thoroughly.
  • Add in cooked bacon, tossing again.
  • Pour into prepared pan and cover with foil.
  • Allow to soak until egg mixture is mostly absorbed (can put in fridge overnight if desired).
  • Stir bread again, dot with butter and sprinkle the top with cinnamon sugar.
  • Recover with foil and bake for 45-50 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Serve with maple syrup and/or other desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689.9, Fat 25.8, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 235.4, Sodium 1108.3, Carbohydrate 89.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 16.2, Protein 25.4

BACON-STUFFED FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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Very kid-friendly! I made this one morning when I was craving French toast and came up with the idea to put bacon inside it somehow! Yummy! The measurements for the sugars and cinnamon can be adjusted to however one likes! Can top with pecans, confectioners' sugar, or whatever else is desired!

Provided by Crista Aresti

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Bacon

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound bacon
½ cup butter, sliced into pats
12 slices bread
1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided, or more to taste
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar, divided, or more to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar, divided, or more to taste
1 pinch ground nutmeg, or more to taste
1 ½ cups milk
5 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Scatter about 1/3 of the butter pats onto the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and arrange 6 slices of bread in a single layer, overlapping as necessary, on top of the butter. Top bread slices with bacon slices.
  • Sprinkle 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar, and 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar, and nutmeg over bacon slices. Scatter 1/3 of the butter pats over bacon and top with remaining bread slices.
  • Whisk milk, eggs, remaining cinnamon, remaining white sugar, remaining brown sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl. Pour over bread mixture into baking dish. Scatter remaining butter pats over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and set, 35 to 45 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 227.9 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1107.4 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

MAPLE-PECAN FRENCH TOAST BAKE



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This French toast bake is a savory breakfast/brunch dish that's always a hit!

Provided by mcarter1115

Categories     French Toast Casserole

Time 9h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups half-and-half
6 large eggs
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Mix milk, half-and-half, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Layer bread slices in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour egg mixture over the bread slices. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove French toast from the refrigerator.
  • Mix brown sugar, pecans, butter, and maple syrup together; spread topping evenly over the French toast.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until puffed and golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 309.3 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

Tips:

  • Use thick-sliced bread for a heartier casserole.
  • If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute brown sugar or honey.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the custard mixture for extra flavor.
  • Top the casserole with chopped nuts, fresh berries, or whipped cream before serving.
  • For a sweeter casserole, add an extra 1/4 cup of maple syrup to the custard mixture.
  • If you want a crispier casserole, cook it for an extra 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve the casserole warm with additional maple syrup, if desired.

Conclusion:

Maple bacon french toast casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. With its sweet and savory flavors, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new breakfast recipe, give this maple bacon french toast casserole a try.

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