Crispy French Toast
Transform your breakfast game with this irresistibly *Crispy French Toast*, a delectable twist on the classic morning favorite. This recipe takes rich, thick slices of brioche or challah and coats them in a luscious mixture of eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon before pressing them into a layer of lightly crushed cornflakes for an added crunch you won’t be able to resist. Pan-fried to golden perfection in butter, each bite delivers a satisfying contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft, custardy center. Perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or as a show-stopping treat for guests, this unique French toast pairs beautifully with a drizzle of warm maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a side of fresh fruit. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crispy creation is sure to become your new breakfast obsession! Keywords: crispy French toast, cornflake French toast, brioche French toast, easy breakfast recipes, brunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Thick slices of bread (brioche or challah recommended)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Crushed cornflakes (lightly crushed)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- optional Maple syrup or powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
In a shallow bowl or pie dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Place the crushed cornflakes in a separate shallow dish.
Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated but not oversaturated. Let any excess mixture drip off.
Gently press each side of the soaked bread slice into the crushed cornflakes, coating the bread evenly.
In a large skillet or griddle, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Swirl the butter around to coat the pan evenly.
Add two slices of the coated bread to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the cornflake coating is golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked French toast slices to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining butter and bread slices.
Serve immediately with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.5 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 529 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 1532 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.6 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 24.4 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 644 mg | 14% | |
*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.
