Eggnog French toast is a delightful way to savor the spirit of the holidays with every bite.
Combining rich, creamy eggnog with classic French toast, this dish is perfect for a cozy morning at home or a special occasion. Nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla team up to make a flavor combo that is perfect for the holidays.
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Easy Eggnog French Toast Recipe
- Simple ingredients.
- Only 5 minutes of prep time.
- Perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Ingredients
- bread: Thick-cut bread like brioche or French bread is ideal. Their porous texture absorbs the eggnog mixture, giving you that perfect balance of crispy outside and soft inside.
- eggnog: The star of the show! Eggnog brings richness and flavor. Its creamy texture infuses the toast with a delightful holiday essence.
- eggs: They act as a binding agent.
- vanilla
- spices: Nutmeg is essential to eggnog and brings that distinct, cozy flavor.
- butter
Top with powdered sugar, maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh berries, nuts, or even a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce.
You will also need a mixing bowl, a whisk, and a skillet or griddle.
How to Make Eggnog French Toast
- Whisk together eggnog mixture.
- Dip bread in eggnog mixture ensuring it’s soaked through.
- Cook in a skillet under golden brown on both sides.
Tip! If cooking in a skillet, as each slice of French toast is done, transfer it to a warm oven (around 200°F) on a baking sheet to keep them warm while you cook the rest.
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Eggnog French Toast
Equipment
- griddle
- whisk
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8 thick slices French bread or brioche
- 1½ cups eggnog
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon rum extract optional
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggnog, eggs, vanilla extract, rum extract (if using), ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- Heat a griddle or a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Take a slice of bread and dip it into the eggnog mixture. Make sure to coat both sides of the bread and allow any excess liquid to drip off.
- Place the soaked bread onto the hot griddle or skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Add more butter as you cook additional slices.
- Repeat the dipping and cooking process for the remaining slices of bread until you’ve used all of the eggnog mixture.
Notes
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