Best 4 Pear And Almond French Toast Casserole Recipes

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Start your day with a decadent and delightful treat with the ultimate pear and almond french toast casserole. This exceptional dish combines the delicate flavors of ripe pears with the nutty richness of almonds, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. With its tender custard center and crispy caramelized top, this recipe will elevate your breakfast or brunch experience to new heights. Indulge in this culinary masterpiece and savor the perfect blend of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR AND ALMOND FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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An easy, layered dish that refrigerates overnight so you have more time to spend with your guests in the morning! This recipe makes a lot, so it's great for a crowd.

Provided by abfabmom

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 9h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
½ cup brown sugar
1 (29 ounce) can pear halves, cut lengthwise into 4 slices
1 (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 ½ cups eggs
1 ½ cups milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Evenly distribute the butter cubes into the bottom of a 10x14-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the pear slices into the bottom of the dish. Arrange the bread cubes into a single layer over the pears.
  • Mix the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract together in a bowl until fully blended; pour evenly over the bread cubes, assuring all pieces are evenly covered. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and chill overnight in refrigerator.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow to warm while the oven preheats.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the bread is golden brown and the eggs have solidified, 45 to 60 minutes. Top with the sliced almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120.6 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 215.2 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

COCONUT-ALMOND FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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The buttery coconut-almond crust makes this French toast casserole truly special and offsets the creamy, fluffy texture of the bread. You'll want to assemble the dish the day before to give the bread time to soak in the custard.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Unsalted butter, for greasing dish
9 slices Texas Toast or other thick-sliced bread
6 large eggs
3 1/2 cups half-and-half
5 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sweetened coconut flakes
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sliced almonds
5 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Pinch salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk
Confectioners' sugar and berries, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Lightly butter a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
  • For the French toast: Lay the bread slices in one layer (it's OK if they overlap a little) on a baking sheet. Bake the slices (to dry them out a little) for 6 minutes, then flip and bake for 6 minutes more. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, granulated sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. Dunk each bread slice in the egg mixture to coat thoroughly and shingle the slices in the buttered casserole dish. Pour any remaining egg mixture over the bread. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • For the coconut-almond crust: Put 1/2 cup of the coconut, 1/3 cup of the almonds, granulated sugar, flour and salt in a food processor and process until very fine. Add the butter, egg and egg yolk and process well to form a smooth paste.
  • To assemble the casserole: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the coconut-almond mixture evenly over the soaked bread slices. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup sliced almonds and 3 tablespoons coconut and bake until puffed and lightly golden and the custard is set (the center of the casserole will no longer jiggle when shaken), 45 to 50 minutes. Allow to cool for 1 hour before serving, or serve at room temperature.
  • Serve with a sprinkling of powdered sugar and berries if using.

PEAR AND ALMOND FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



Pear and Almond French Toast Casserole image

An easy, layered dish that refrigerates overnight so you have more time to spend with your guests in the morning! This recipe makes a lot, so it's great for a crowd.

Provided by abfabmom

Categories     Breakfast Eggs

Time 9h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
½ cup brown sugar
1 (29 ounce) can pear halves, cut lengthwise into 4 slices
1 (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 ½ cups eggs
1 ½ cups milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Evenly distribute the butter cubes into the bottom of a 10x14-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the pear slices into the bottom of the dish. Arrange the bread cubes into a single layer over the pears.
  • Mix the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract together in a bowl until fully blended; pour evenly over the bread cubes, assuring all pieces are evenly covered. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and chill overnight in refrigerator.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow to warm while the oven preheats.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the bread is golden brown and the eggs have solidified, 45 to 60 minutes. Top with the sliced almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120.6 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 215.2 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

PEAR-STUFFED FRENCH VANILLA TOAST



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My handyman, who is originally from Nicaragua, shared this classic breakfast dish his mother use to prepare. He says he makes it frequently for his children and they clean their plates! -Gail Borczyk, Boca Raton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large pear, peeled and sliced (about 1-1/2 cups)
3/4 cup raisins
4 cups cubed day-old French bread (1-1/2 inch pieces)
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
4 large eggs
2 cups French vanilla ice cream, melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and butter. Spread onto bottom of a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Layer with pear, raisins, bread cubes and pecans., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, ice cream, cinnamon and vanilla until blended; pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use ripe pears for the best flavor. If your pears are not ripe, you can ripen them by placing them in a paper bag with a ripe banana for a few days.
  • You can use any type of bread for this casserole, but a thick, sturdy bread like challah or brioche will hold up best.
  • If you don't have almond milk, you can use regular milk or another type of non-dairy milk.
  • Be sure to grease your baking dish well to prevent the casserole from sticking.
  • Bake the casserole until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the casserole warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Pear and almond French toast casserole is a delicious and easy breakfast or brunch recipe. It's perfect for a crowd, and it can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve. With its sweet and nutty flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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