Rum French Toast Crunch

Elevate your breakfast game with this irresistible Rum French Toast Crunch, a decadent twist on a beloved classic. Thick slices of brioche or challah are soaked in a rich custard infused with dark rum, vanilla, and cinnamon for a flavor-packed foundation. The magic happens when these slices are pressed into crushed cinnamon cereal, adding a delightfully crispy coating. Pan-fried to golden perfection in buttery bliss, each serving is dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with warm maple syrup. Garnish with fresh berries for a pop of color and freshness. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weekend brunch, this unique recipe combines the comforting warmth of French toast with the playful crunch of cinnamon cereal—breakfast has never been this indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-cut bread (like brioche or challah)
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dark rum
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Crushed cinnamon cereal (like Cinnamon Toast Crunch)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 1 cup Fresh berries (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, dark rum, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Pour the crushed cinnamon cereal into a shallow dish or plate and set aside.

Step 3

Dip one slice of bread at a time into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly soaked. Let any excess drip off.

Step 4

Press both sides of the coated bread gently into the crushed cinnamon cereal, ensuring it sticks to create a crunchy coating.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 6

Place 2-3 slices of prepared bread into the skillet (depending on the size of your skillet) and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Add more butter as needed for subsequent batches.

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining slices of bread until all are cooked.

Step 8

Dust the finished French toast with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup and fresh berries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1318.4 grams (1318.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3131

Total Fat 117.70g	151%
Saturated Fat 59.20g	296%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 861mg	287%
Sodium 1666mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 465.90g	169%
Dietary Fiber 18.60g	66%
Total Sugars 316.20g
Protein 56.70g	113%

Vitamin D 310IU	1552%
Calcium 835mg	64%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1252mg	27%

*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: 33.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 59.2%