Description
A delightful twist on classic French toast, this savory bake is enriched with Gruyere cheese and fresh chives, making it perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 eggs
- 250 g day-old French bread, cubed (about half a large loaf)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 cup milk (2% or 3.25%)
- 3 ounces Gruyere cheese, shredded
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Add cubed bread and pour the egg mixture evenly over the top. Press gently to help the bread absorb the custard.
- Sprinkle shredded Gruyere and chopped chives evenly over the top.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Cool slightly, garnish with extra chives, and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, use day-old bread and allow the mixture to soak overnight for maximum flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg