Nutty French Toast
Start your morning with a delightful twist on a breakfast classic—Nutty French Toast! Perfectly golden brioche or challah slices are soaked in a rich, spiced custard of eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon, then coated on one side with a crunchy crust of chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts. This combination of soft, pillowy bread and crispy, nutty topping is pan-fried to perfection in buttery goodness. Serve this indulgent delight warm, drizzled with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible sweet-and-savory bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and satisfying recipe is ideal for luxurious weekend brunches or whenever you crave a decadent start to your day.
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Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 4 slices Thick slices of bread (brioche or challah works best)
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (pecans, almonds, or walnuts)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
Step 2
Pour the chopped nuts onto a shallow plate or dish and spread them out evenly.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter to coat the surface.
Step 4
Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds on each side. Let any excess drip off, then press one side of the soaked bread into the chopped nuts to create a crust.
Step 5
Place the prepared bread slice, nut-side down, onto the heated skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the nut crust is golden and toasted. Flip the bread and cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Repeat with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Step 7
Serve the Nutty French Toast warm, topped with maple syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 641.1 grams (641.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1734 |
| Total Fat 96.90g | 124% |
| Saturated Fat 32.20g | 161% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 711mg | 237% |
| Sodium 1071mg | 47% |
| Total Carbohydrate 176.50g | 64% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.70g | 38% |
| Total Sugars 85.10g | |
| Protein 53.20g | 106% |
| Vitamin D 177IU | 883% |
| Calcium 475mg | 37% |
| Iron 11mg | 63% |
| Potassium 993mg | 21% |
Source of Calories