Chocolate French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this decadent Chocolate French Toast recipe. Thick slices of brioche or challah are dipped in a luscious cocoa-infused custard mixture made with eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, creating a perfectly rich and chocolatey flavor in every bite. Gently fried in butter until golden brown and crisp around the edges, these irresistible slices are perfect for a leisurely weekend morning or a special brunch occasion. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, drizzle with maple syrup or chocolate sauce, and garnish with fresh fruits or whipped cream for a picture-perfect presentation. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is guaranteed to delight chocoholics and French toast lovers alike, offering a fun twist on the classic breakfast favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Thick slices of bread (brioche or challah preferred)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- optional Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- optional Maple syrup or chocolate sauce (for serving)
- optional Fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, bananas) or whipped cream (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream until smooth.
Add the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Whisk thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps of cocoa powder.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet, ensuring it coats the entire surface.
Dip one slice of bread into the chocolate batter, letting it soak for about 10-15 seconds per side. Remove and allow excess batter to drip off.
Place the soaked bread slice onto the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp. Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Transfer the cooked French toast to a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Serve warm with maple syrup or chocolate sauce, and garnish with fresh fruits or whipped cream, if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.1 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 1755 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 852 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
