Description
Luxurious “Eggnog French Toast” brings holiday magic to breakfast tables with creamy seasonal flavor. Cinnamon-dusted slices offer rich, custardy indulgence that connects festive memories and morning comfort for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 fluid ounces) eggnog
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Optional Toppings:
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Craft a luxurious custard base by thoroughly whisking eggs, eggnog, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a wide, shallow mixing vessel until the mixture transforms into a silky, homogeneous liquid.
- Gently submerge each bread slice into the creamy custard, allowing it to absorb the rich flavors for approximately 20-30 seconds on each side, ensuring complete flavor saturation.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat, melting a small pat of butter to create a golden, slightly crisp cooking surface.
- Carefully transfer the custard-soaked bread onto the heated surface, arranging slices with ample spacing to prevent overcrowding and promote even caramelization.
- Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes per side, watching for a deep golden-brown color and ensuring the interior becomes thoroughly heated and custardy.
- As each slice completes cooking, transfer to a warming plate, covering loosely with aluminum foil to maintain optimal temperature and moisture.
- Elevate the dish by garnishing with a dusting of powdered sugar, drizzling maple syrup, adding a dollop of whipped cream, or scattering fresh seasonal berries for a vibrant, indulgent presentation.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut, day-old bread like brioche or challah for maximum flavor absorption and a crispier exterior when cooking.
- Adjust soaking time based on bread thickness – thinner slices need less time in the custard to prevent falling apart.
- Experiment with different holiday-flavored eggnogs for unique taste variations, such as rum or bourbon-infused versions.
- For a gluten-free option, swap traditional bread with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or coconut bread slices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg