Citrus French Toast
Elevate your breakfast game with this vibrant and flavorful Citrus French Toast, a refreshing twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Made with zesty orange juice and the fragrant zest of oranges and lemons, this recipe delivers a bright burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Thick slices of brioche or challah are dipped in a luxurious custard blend of eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of sugar, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Cooked to golden-brown perfection in butter, this French toast is irresistibly crispy on the outside yet tender and fluffy on the inside. Top it off with a dusting of powdered sugar, a medley of fresh fruits, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a restaurant-worthy brunch experience at home. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and elegant dish is ideal for special mornings or whenever you need a little sunshine on your plate! Keywords: Citrus French Toast, orange zest recipes, lemon zest breakfast, easy brunch recipes, homemade French toast, breakfast ideas with fruit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon zest of an orange
- 1 teaspoon zest of a lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 8 slices thick slices of bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup fresh fruits (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, orange juice, orange zest, lemon zest, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
Dip one slice of bread at a time into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated, but do not let the bread soak too long to avoid sogginess.
Place the coated bread slices into the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Serve the citrus French toast warm, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 581 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
