Orange French Toast Ii
Elevate your classic breakfast with the zesty twist of *Orange French Toast II*, a bright and flavorful spin on traditional French toast that’s perfect for any morning. This quick and easy recipe combines a luscious custard made with fresh orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and warm cinnamon, creating a citrus-infused masterpiece. Thick slices of bread are dipped into the velvety mixture, then seared to golden perfection in butter, offering a crisp exterior and soft, flavorful center. Top it off with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup for a delightful balance of sweetness and tangy orange zest. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant breakfast recipe is ideal for weekend brunch or when you want to add a little sunshine to your morning routine. Keywords: French toast recipe, citrus breakfast, orange French toast, brunch ideas.
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Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 8 slices Bread slices
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Maple syrup (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
Step 2
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
Step 3
Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly saturated.
Step 4
Place the dipped bread onto the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Repeat with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
Step 6
Serve the orange French toast warm, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup, if desired.
Step 7
Enjoy your delightful citrus-infused French toast!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (800.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1433.4 |
| Total Fat 49.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
| Cholesterol 640.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1542.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 199.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.7g | |
| Protein 48.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 208.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 699.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1125.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories