Citrus French Toast

Elevate your breakfast game with this vibrant and flavorful Citrus French Toast, a refreshing twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Made with zesty orange juice and the fragrant zest of oranges and lemons, this recipe delivers a bright burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Thick slices of brioche or challah are dipped in a luxurious custard blend of eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of sugar, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Cooked to golden-brown perfection in butter, this French toast is irresistibly crispy on the outside yet tender and fluffy on the inside. Top it off with a dusting of powdered sugar, a medley of fresh fruits, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a restaurant-worthy brunch experience at home. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and elegant dish is ideal for special mornings or whenever you need a little sunshine on your plate! Keywords: Citrus French Toast, orange zest recipes, lemon zest breakfast, easy brunch recipes, homemade French toast, breakfast ideas with fruit.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pieces large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon zest of an orange
• 1 teaspoon zest of a lemon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 pinch pinch of salt
• 8 slices thick slices of bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup fresh fruits (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cup maple syrup (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, orange juice, orange zest, lemon zest, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Dip one slice of bread at a time into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated, but do not let the bread soak too long to avoid sogginess.

Step 4

Place the coated bread slices into the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 5

Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 6

Serve the citrus French toast warm, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1397.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2258.2

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 813.1mg	0%
Sodium 2198.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 152.7g
Protein 69.6g	0%

Vitamin D 231.8IU	0%
Calcium 726.1mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1836.8mg	0%

*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: 28.4%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 59.3%