Pineapple Upside Down French Toast Recipe

Get ready for a taste sensation! This Pineapple Upside-Down French Toast Casserole is the ultimate breakfast (or brunch!) treat. Imagine perfectly caramelized pineapple, nestled beneath fluffy, cinnamon-spiced French toast, baked to golden perfection. This make-ahead recipe is perfect for busy mornings – prepare it the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning for a stress-free, show-stopping meal. Thick-cut bread is key for optimal results!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 424 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pineapple Upside Down French Toast

  • 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter
  • Dark Brown Sugar
  • Crushed Pineapple With Juice
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Half And Half Cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound (about 10 slices) thick-cut (1-inch) bread, challah or brioche recommended

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How to Make Pineapple Upside Down French Toast

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in brown sugar until completely dissolved.
  3. Add drained crushed pineapple and stir well to combine. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, half-and-half, reserved pineapple juice, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  5. Spread the pineapple and brown sugar mixture evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Arrange bread slices in a single layer over the pineapple mixture.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If browning too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
  8. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

116g

Fat

53g

Carbs

17g