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Cozy Eggnog French Toast Bake Recipe with Easy Nutmeg Streusel Topping

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A comforting and festive French toast bake soaked in eggnog custard and topped with a crunchy nutmeg streusel, perfect for holiday mornings or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups cubed day-old bread (about 10 ounces / 280 grams), preferably challah or brioche
  • 2 ½ cups (600 ml) full-fat eggnog
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus extra for streusel topping
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted (for streusel topping)
  • ½ cup (100 grams) brown sugar (for streusel topping)
  • ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour (for streusel topping)
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries

Instructions

  1. Cube about 8 cups (10 ounces / 280 grams) of day-old challah or brioche bread into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces. Place cubes evenly in a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) casserole dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 ½ cups (600 ml) eggnog, ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ¼ teaspoon salt until smooth and combined.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Gently press down with a spatula to help the bread absorb the liquid. Let sit for at least 20 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight for best results.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix ½ cup (100 grams) brown sugar, ½ cup (60 grams) all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons (60 grams) melted unsalted butter, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg until crumbly but moist.
  5. Sprinkle the nutmeg streusel evenly over the soaked bread.
  6. Bake uncovered in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard center is set but still soft.
  7. Let the bake cool for 10 minutes on a cooling rack before serving. Serve warm with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess. Soaking overnight enhances flavor and texture. Adjust streusel moisture by adding more butter or flour as needed. Test doneness by checking for a custardy center that jiggles slightly but is not runny. Leftovers reheat well and taste better after resting overnight.

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Keywords: eggnog, French toast bake, nutmeg streusel, holiday breakfast, cozy brunch, easy casserole, festive breakfast

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