Southern Fried French Toast

Elevate your breakfast game with Southern Fried French Toast—a mouthwatering twist on the classic morning favorite. Thick slices of brioche or Texas toast are bathed in a rich, spiced custard of eggs, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg before receiving a crispy, golden coating of flour and cornmeal. Fried to perfection in sizzling vegetable oil, each bite boasts a satisfying crunch that gives way to a soft, custardy center. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of warm maple syrup, this indulgent dish is the perfect marriage of sweet and savory, making it an irresistible centerpiece for any brunch spread. Whether you're looking for a comforting Southern-inspired breakfast or a new take on French toast, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-cut bread (brioche or Texas toast)
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined. This will be your custard mixture.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and salt. Mix well to create a dredging mixture.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, but do not let it smoke.

Step 4

Dip a slice of bread into the custard mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Let any excess custard drip off.

Step 5

Immediately dredge the soaked bread in the flour and cornmeal mixture, patting gently to ensure an even coating on both sides.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated bread into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat if necessary to avoid burning.

Step 7

Transfer the fried bread to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread.

Step 8

Dust the fried French toast with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3807.3

Total Fat 221.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 858mg	0%
Sodium 2101.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 172.1g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 242.6mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 684.8mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 41.9%