Crunch Topped French Toast

Elevate your breakfast game with this irresistibly decadent Crunch Topped French Toast! Perfectly thick slices of brioche, challah, or Texas toast are soaked in a rich custard mixture infused with vanilla and cinnamon, then coated in crushed cornflakes for a crispy, golden exterior. This twist on a classic French toast combines creamy and crunchy textures in every bite, creating a delightful balance that's sure to impress. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it's the ultimate family-friendly breakfast or brunch centerpiece. Top it off with a drizzle of warm maple syrup, a handful of fresh fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Keywords: Crunch Topped French Toast, crispy French toast, cornflake crusted, breakfast ideas, brunch recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces thick slices of bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 0.25 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0 pinch of salt
• 2 cups crushed cornflakes (or other crispy cereal)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups maple syrup (for serving)
• 1 cup fresh fruit (optional, for serving)
• 1 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow dish or bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.

Step 2

Place the crushed cornflakes in a separate shallow dish or plate.

Step 3

Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated but not overly soaked.

Step 4

Gently press the egg-coated bread into the crushed cornflakes, covering both sides in the cereal and pressing lightly to adhere the flakes.

Step 5

Repeat the coating process for all slices of bread, setting them aside on a plate as you go.

Step 6

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt and coat the pan.

Step 7

Place a few pieces of the prepared bread in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1211.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2689.4

Total Fat 88.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 814.6mg	0%
Sodium 2735.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 149.8g
Protein 61.5g	0%

Vitamin D 173.7IU	0%
Calcium 598.4mg	0%
Iron 45.0mg	0%
Potassium 1341.0mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 61.0%