Swiss French Toast Fotzel
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Swiss French Toast Fotzel, a delightful twist on classic French toast that brings a taste of Switzerland to your breakfast table. Perfect for repurposing stale bread like brioche or white bread, this easy-to-make recipe combines the rich creaminess of eggs, milk, and heavy cream with a hint of vanilla and optional cinnamon for a mildly spiced touch. Cooked to golden perfection in butter, each slice boasts a crisp exterior and a tender, custard-like center. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of warm maple syrup, this breakfast treat is both indulgent and irresistibly simple. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a cozy weekend brunch or an upscale weekday breakfast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices stale bread (such as white bread or brioche)
- 3 large eggs
- 240 milliliters milk
- 60 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 120 milliliters maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
Cut the stale bread into thick slices if not already sliced. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon (if using) until smooth and evenly combined.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt completely.
Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated but not overly soaked.
Place the coated bread slice onto the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp.
Repeat with the remaining bread slices, adding the second tablespoon of butter to the pan as needed.
Once all the slices are cooked, transfer them to a serving plate and dust with powdered sugar.
Serve warm, with maple syrup drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.7 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 702 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1246 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.1 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1048 mg | 22% | |
*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.
