# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 cups whole milk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - Unsalted butter, for greasing
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
11 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
12 - Pure maple syrup, for serving
13 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
14 - Powdered sugar, for dusting
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, maintaining a few lumps for optimal texture.
05 - Transfer the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
06 - Drizzle 1/2 cup maple syrup over the batter. Using a knife, gently swirl the syrup throughout the mixture to create a marbled appearance.
07 - Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts across the top if desired.
08 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until the casserole turns golden and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
09 - Remove dish from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve warm accompanied by additional maple syrup.
