Description

This Crunchy French Toast recipe transforms classic French toast with a crispy cornflake coating for a delightful texture contrast. Featuring thick slices of Brioche or Challah bread soaked in a vanilla and cinnamon-infused egg mixture, then crusted with crushed cornflakes and pan-fried to golden perfection. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries for a delicious breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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Custard Mixture

4 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

Coating

4 cups cornflakes

Bread

8 thick slices Brioche or Challah bread

For Cooking and Serving

Unsalted butter, for cooking
Maple syrup, for serving
Powdered sugar, for serving
Berries, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the cooking surface: If using an electric griddle, preheat it to 350 degrees F. If using a skillet, heat it over medium heat, preparing it for cooking the French toast.
Prepare the egg custard: In a shallow pan or pie plate, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined, ensuring even flavor distribution.
Crush the cornflakes: Place the cornflakes in a large bowl and crush them lightly with your hands until the pieces are small but still retain some texture and uniformity; avoid crushing into fine crumbs.
Coat the bread slices: Dip each side of the bread slices into the egg mixture to soak them thoroughly. Then, press each side into the crushed cornflakes, ensuring the flakes adhere well to the bread surface. Place the coated slices on a baking sheet or platter to rest briefly.
Cook the French toast: Melt a small amount of unsalted butter on the hot griddle or skillet. Cook each slice for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy, flipping carefully to maintain the crust.
Serve: Serve the crunchy French toast immediately while warm. Accompany with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries as desired for added sweetness and freshness.

Notes

To keep the French toast warm before serving, preheat the oven to 200 degrees F and place a wire rack on a baking sheet; transfer cooked slices onto the rack to maintain their crispiness and keep warm for up to 30 minutes.
Use thick slices of Brioche or Challah bread as they hold up well after soaking and frying.
For extra flavor, consider adding a little nutmeg to the egg mixture.
Ensure medium heat when cooking to avoid burning the cornflake crust while allowing the inside to cook through.
Substitute whole milk with a milk alternative like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option, adjusting cooking time slightly if needed.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 180 mg