Christmas French Toast
Start your holiday morning on a sweet and festive note with this irresistible Christmas French Toast recipe! Made with thick-sliced brioche bread and infused with warm holiday spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this dish captures the comforting essence of the season. A touch of fresh orange zest adds a bright, citrusy twist that complements the richness of the creamy egg mixture. Cooked to golden perfection in butter and topped with powdered sugar, this French toast feels like a decadent treat. Pair it with maple syrup and a sprinkle of fresh cranberries or pomegranate seeds for a festive flourish, making it the perfect centerpiece for your Christmas breakfast or brunch. Quick to prepare and dazzling on the plate, this holiday classic will bring joy to every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche bread
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
- to serve Maple syrup
- for garnish (optional) Cranberries or pomegranate seeds
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, vanilla extract, and orange zest until fully combined.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt, coating the pan evenly.
Dip one slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture. Let it soak for about 10-15 seconds on each side to absorb the liquid but avoid making it soggy.
Place the soaked bread onto the heated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until it turns golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning.
Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and keep it warm. Repeat the process with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Once all the French toast slices are cooked, sprinkle them with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Serve warm with maple syrup, and garnish with fresh cranberries or pomegranate seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.2 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.8 g | 229% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 985 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 1369 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.3 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.8 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 941 mg | 20% | |
*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.
