Holiday French Toast
Elevate your holiday mornings with this indulgent and festive Holiday French Toast recipe. Made with rich, thick-sliced brioche or challah bread, each piece is soaked in a luxurious custard mixture of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, with a hint of bright orange zest for a seasonal twist. Cooked to golden perfection in buttery goodness, these slices emerge crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and a scattering of fresh berries for a show-stopping breakfast centerpiece. Perfect for Christmas morning or weekend brunch gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to delight your guests with its cozy flavors and irresistible aroma.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche bread (or challah)
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for greasing the pan)
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup (for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 1 cup Fresh berries (optional topping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and orange zest until fully combined and frothy.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.
Dip a slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 10 seconds per side. Ensure the bread is well-coated but not overly saturated to prevent tearing.
Carefully place the soaked bread slice onto the skillet or griddle. Repeat with additional slices, ensuring not to overcrowd the cooking surface.
Cook each slice for 3 to 4 minutes on one side, or until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes on the other side. Adjust heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked slices to a baking sheet and place them in a warm oven (200°F / 93°C) while you cook the remaining slices.
Repeat the soaking and cooking process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
Once all the slices are cooked, serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a handful of fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.1 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1076 mg | 359% | |
| Sodium | 1389 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.8 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.0 g | ||
| Protein | 57.8 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 678 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1470 mg | 31% | |
*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.
