Sunshine French Toast

Wake up to the vibrant flavors of Sunshine French Toast, a citrusy twist on a breakfast classic that will brighten any morning! This recipe features thick slices of brioche bread soaked in a luscious custard infused with fresh orange juice, zesty orange zest, aromatic vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfectly golden and buttery from a quick sizzle on the skillet, each slice is topped with a drizzle of honey, a dusting of powdered sugar, and optional fresh orange slices for an extra burst of freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant breakfast idea serves up soft, fluffy slices bursting with sunshine in every bite. Whether you're hosting brunch or indulging in a quiet morning treat, Sunshine French Toast is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche bread
• 3 Large eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 6 slices Fresh orange slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, fresh orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 4

Place 3 slices of coated brioche into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining slices, adding the second tablespoon of butter as needed.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked French toast to serving plates and drizzle each slice with honey.

Step 6

Dust the French toast with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh orange slices, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, citrusy flavors of your Sunshine French Toast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(663.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1029.7

Total Fat 18.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 90mg	0%
Sodium 962.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 106.7g
Protein 21.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 896.9mg	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: 15.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 76.0%