Poor Knights
Transform your breakfast routine with "Poor Knights," a delightful twist on classic French toast that's as simple as it is satisfying. Crafted from humble, day-old bread slices soaked in a rich, cinnamon-spiced egg and milk mixture, this recipe turns pantry staples into a decadent morning treat. The bread is pan-fried to golden perfection in buttery goodness, then dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Customize your plate with fresh berries, a dollop of jam, or a drizzle of maple syrup to add a personal touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this budget-friendly dish is perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or an indulgent mid-week breakfast. Whether you're hunting for quick breakfast ideas, creative ways to use leftover bread, or a comforting, nostalgic recipe, "Poor Knights" checks all the boxes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Day-old bread slices
- 2 large Eggs
- 240 ml Milk
- 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Powdered sugar
- to taste Fresh berries or jam (optional)
- to taste Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the pan evenly.
Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-soaked but not overly saturated to avoid falling apart.
Carefully place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
While cooking the remaining bread slices, add the second tablespoon of butter to the skillet as needed.
Transfer the cooked Poor Knights to a plate and sprinkle them with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Serve warm with fresh berries, jam, or a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 1189 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 877 mg | 19% | |
*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.
