Herbed French Toast

Transform your breakfast routine with this savory Herbed French Toast—an elevated twist on the classic favorite. Perfectly golden bread slices are dipped in a flavorful custard infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, chives, and a hint of garlic and thyme. Ideal for using day-old sourdough or country loaf, this recipe achieves just the right balance of crispiness and fluffiness. Cooked to perfection with a blend of butter and olive oil, these herbaceous toasts are a delightfully aromatic alternative to traditional sweet variations. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe pairs wonderfully with a crisp salad, creamy avocado, or fried eggs for an indulgent savory breakfast or light brunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Chives, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 6 slices Bread slices (preferably day-old sourdough or country loaf)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.

Step 2

Add the parsley, chives, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the egg mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and allow the butter to melt.

Step 4

Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly soaked. Allow excess mixture to drip off.

Step 5

Place the coated bread slice into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Repeat with remaining bread slices. Add more butter and olive oil to the skillet as needed between batches.

Step 6

Once all slices are cooked, serve the herbed French toast warm. Optionally garnish with additional chopped herbs or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 7

Pair with a fresh salad, avocado, or fried eggs for a complete savory breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	747.8 grams (747.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1456

Total Fat 73.90g	95%
Saturated Fat 31.60g	158%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 855mg	285%
Sodium 3106mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 134.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 18.60g
Protein 62.80g	126%

Vitamin D 271IU	1357%
Calcium 785mg	60%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 980mg	21%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 37.0%