Crunchy Oven French Toast

Transform your breakfast routine with this irresistible Crunchy Oven French Toast! This baked twist on a classic favorite combines thick slices of brioche or challah bread with a velvety egg custard infused with vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of honey. The real magic happens when each slice gets coated in crumbled crunchy cereal—think golden cornflakes or crispy rice—for a wonderfully crisp, shatter-in-your-mouth texture. The slices are oven-baked to perfection with a buttery drizzle, resulting in a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy middle. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this fuss-free recipe is ready in under 40 minutes and perfect for customizing with toppings like fresh berries, powdered sugar, or warm maple syrup. Whether it’s brunch with friends or a cozy family breakfast, this Crunchy Oven French Toast is a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-sliced bread (brioche or challah preferred)
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
• 3 cups Crunchy cereal (e.g., cornflakes or crispy rice cereal)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0 Optional toppings (e.g., fresh berries, powdered sugar, syrup)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and honey until fully combined.

Step 3

Place the crunchy cereal into a separate large shallow bowl and crush it slightly with your hands or the back of a spoon to create smaller pieces.

Step 4

Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly but not soaking it to the point of breaking.

Step 5

Immediately press the soaked bread slice into the crushed cereal, turning to coat both sides and pressing gently to adhere the cereal to the bread.

Step 6

Place the coated slice on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process with the remaining slices of bread.

Step 7

Melt the butter and drizzle it lightly over the prepared slices for added richness and crispness.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then flip each slice and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Add your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, powdered sugar, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(953.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1892.3

Total Fat 67.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 925.3mg	0%
Sodium 2733.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 72.8g
Protein 63.2g	0%

Vitamin D 431.4IU	0%
Calcium 622.4mg	0%
Iron 43.4mg	0%
Potassium 1201.2mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 55.2%