Eggnog French Toast Recipe

 

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 4 servings

Yield: 12 slices

This decadent eggnog French toast is perfect for a celebratory breakfast or elegant brunch. With its rich flavors and spices, it's sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the French Toast:

• 6 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups nonalcoholic eggnog
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 12 slices brioche bread
• 4 tablespoons salted butter

For the Cinnamon Syrup:

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cinnamon sticks

For the Bourbon Whipped Cream:

• 1 pint heavy cream
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon bourbon whiskey
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon maple extract

Steps to Make It

Prepare the French Toast

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Ensure all ingredients are prepared.

2. Beat the Eggs:

   • Preheat the oven to 200°F. Beat the eggs in a large bowl until fully incorporated with no streaks of whites.

3. Mix Eggnog and Spices:

   • Gradually whisk in the eggnog. Add the sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, whisking until well combined.

4. Soak the Bread:

   • Soak a few slices of brioche in the eggnog mixture for about 2 minutes, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.

5. Cook the French Toast:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add three slices of soaked bread and cook for 2 minutes per side or until golden brown.
   • Repeat soaking and cooking with remaining bread slices, adding 1 tablespoon of butter for each batch.
   • Transfer cooked French toast to a lined baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.

Prepare the Cinnamon Syrup

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Collect the syrup ingredients.

2. Cook the Syrup:

   • Combine brown sugar, water, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan. Heat over medium-high, stirring until boiling.
   • Boil for 5 minutes until a thick syrup forms. Remove the cinnamon sticks and reserve the syrup.

Prepare the Bourbon Whipped Cream

1. Gather the Ingredients:

   • Collect the whipped cream ingredients.

2. Whip the Cream:

   • In a large bowl, beat heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
   • Add powdered sugar, bourbon, vanilla extract, and maple extract. Beat until medium peaks form. Avoid overbeating.

Serve:

• Serve the warm French toast with the cinnamon syrup and bourbon whipped cream spooned over the top. Enjoy!

Eggnog Toast Bake Option

1. Prepare the Bread:

   • Cut the brioche into cubes and place in a buttered casserole dish.

2. Pour and Soak:

   • Pour the eggnog mixture over the bread cubes. Refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 24 hours.

3. Bake:

   • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 45 to 60 minutes until cooked through and golden brown on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 1738
• Fat: 104g
• Carbohydrates: 166g
• Protein: 36g

Enjoy this rich and festive eggnog French toast with its complementary cinnamon syrup and bourbon whipped cream for a truly luxurious breakfast experience!