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.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Carefully place the soaked bread slice onto the skillet or griddle. Repeat with additional slices, ensuring not to overcrowd the cooking surface.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Repeat the soaking and cooking process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.

Step 8

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

Serving size	1204 grams (1204.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2478

Total Fat 116.10g	149%
Saturated Fat 61.40g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1076mg	359%
Sodium 1389mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 287.80g	105%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 168.00g
Protein 57.80g	116%

Vitamin D 286IU	1428%
Calcium 678mg	52%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1470mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 47.4%