This easy Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake has all the warm flavors of a ginger cookie and is topped with a simple eggnog syrup!

The busy holiday season is here. Parties, concerts, family gatherings, etc. It’s also time for holiday baking!

I think my baking list grows longer and longer every year despite all of the time I spend in the kitchen trying new recipes.

There are just so many recipes to try, and I am ready for holiday baking to begin! Starting with this Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake!

Time for pumpkin to move over and all of the gingerbread, peppermint, and eggnog to take over! This eggnog gingerbread french toast bake combines two classic holiday flavors.

Molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and hint of cloves make this french toast bake taste like your favorite ginger cookie.

And who doesn’t want to feel like they’re eating cookies for breakfast?!

A simple syrup of of half maple syrup and half eggnog is whisked together over low heat to create the perfect topping for your french toast bake.

Of course, we can’t forget the streusel topping. Chunks of buttery, cinnamon-y streusel make just about anything better!

This french toast bake is no different. The sweet, crunchy topping is the perfect way to finish off the bake.

And since you can make it the night before and bake it the next morning, this french toast bake allows you to enjoy for a weekday breakfast what is usually reserved for a weekend breakfast!

Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake

Name: Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 Cups cubed day old French or Italian bread; 8 eggs; 1 3/4 Cups eggnog; 1/2 Cup molasses; 1/4 Cup maple syrup; 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 1/4 teaspoons ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cloves; 1/4 Cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 Cup brown sugar; 1/4 Cup butter; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ginger; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon cloves; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 Cups eggnog; 1/2 Cup maple syrup

Yield: 12 pieces

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Bake Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

This easy Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake has all the warm flavors of a ginger cookie and is topped with a simple eggnog syrup!

Ingredients

For the French Toast

12 Cups cubed day old French or Italian bread
8 eggs
1 3/4 Cups eggnog
1/2 Cup molasses
1/4 Cup maple syrup
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ginger
1/4 teaspoon cloves

For the Topping

1/4 Cup all-purpose flour
1/4 Cup brown sugar
1/4 Cup butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cloves
1/8 teaspoon salt

For the Eggnog Syrup

1 1/2 Cups eggnog
1/2 Cup maple syrup

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Place cubed bread in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, eggnog, molasses, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Pour over cubed bread and gently stir to combine.
Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over the top.
If baking the next day, cover and store in refrigerator until ready to bake. If baking immediately, bake for 55-65 minutes or until topping browns and center is puffed. (Center will deflate as it cools.)
While french toast is baking, prepare the eggnog syrup. Stir together eggnog and maple syrup in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer until thickened and reduced by almost half. Remove from heat and serve with warm french toast bake.
Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 373Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 365mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 2gSugar: 33gProtein: 11g

Nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and may not always be accurate. Nutrition values can vary greatly based on brand used. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.

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marcie

Wednesday 30th of November 2016

You've got two of my favorite Christmas flavors in one delicious breakfast here! I've never thought to combine eggnog and gingerbread, and I need to try this!

Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

Mmm now this is my kind of french toast bake! Love this flavor, Jessica! Gingerbread and eggnog make the perfect combo!

Kelly

French toast bakes are our favorite!! Love the eggnog and gingerbread combo in this yummy bake! So perfect for the holidays!!

Maria

Tuesday 29th of November 2016

Streusel topping, streusel topping!!! That was all I saw haha. Gingerbread is such a fun flavor, I will give this a go (Except eggnog grosses me out, other suggestions?)

Ashley@CookNourishBliss

Yay for holiday baking! Gingerbread is a HUGE favorite of mine for Christmas so I know I would love this!