Make Ahead Chocolate French Toast

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I will make this for my honey on valentine's day.

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Steps

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Spray a 13 x 9 inch baking pan with veggy spray.

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Cut the french bread into 6 slices , each , 1 1 / 2 inches thick.

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Using a small , sharp knife , cut 2 inch long slits in one side of each bread slice , cutting 3 / 4 of the way through the bread , to create a pocket.

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Spoon heaping 2 tablespoons of chips into the pocket of each bread slice , press to close.

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Place filled slices into prepared baking pan.

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Whisk together eggs , milk , cinnamon and vanilla in medium bowl.

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Pour egg mixture evenly over bread , carefully turn pieces over , spooning mixture in pan over top bread.

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Cover pan with plastic wrap , refrigerate several hours or overnight.

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Heat oven to 400 degrees.

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Bake uncovered , 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

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Transfer toast to plates.

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Serve with maple syrup if desired.

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Ingredients

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day-old french bread, milk chocolate chips, eggs, milk, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup