Description
Irresistible Friendsgiving Sweet Potato French Toast is a deliciously comforting dish that transforms your holiday brunch into a memorable feast. This recipe features fluffy bread soaked in a creamy sweet potato custard, topped with crunchy pecans and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. Perfect for impressing guests without early morning stress, it’s both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Get ready to enjoy the cozy aromas and delightful tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (plus more for drizzling)
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap sweet potatoes in foil and roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool before peeling.
- In a bowl, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth. Whisk in eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are soaked. Arrange snugly in a greased baking dish.
- Lower oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Top with toasted pecans and drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg