Gingerbread French Toast
Wake up to gingerbread French toast! Sweet, spiced, and golden and perfect for cozy mornings or holiday brunches.
Equipment
- Nonstick skillet or frying pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 120 Milliliters Milk
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Tablespoon White caster sugar
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1/4 Teaspoon Sea salt
- ¼ Teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- ¼ Teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- ¼ Teaspoon Ground cloves
- ⅛ Teaspoon Ground ginger
- 4 slices Thick white bread
- 1 Tablespoon Unsalted butter for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger until smooth and well combined.120 Milliliters Milk, 2 Eggs, 1 Tablespoon White caster sugar, 2 Teaspoons Vanilla extract, 1/4 Teaspoon Sea salt, ¼ Teaspoon Ground cinnamon, ¼ Teaspoon Ground nutmeg, ¼ Teaspoon Ground cloves, ⅛ Teaspoon Ground ginger
- Take each slice of bread and dip it into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated. Let the bread soak for 5 seconds per side for thicker slices soak for a few seconds longer to absorb the custard.4 slices Thick white bread
- Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once melted and foaming, add the soaked bread slices in a single layer.1 Tablespoon Unsalted butter
- Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the toast is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve your gingerbread French toast warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
- Bread choice: Thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah works best to hold the custard without falling apart.
- Spices: Adjust the spices to your taste; add more ginger or cinnamon for a stronger gingerbread flavor.
- Keep warm: If making multiple batches, keep finished slices warm in a low oven (around 100°C / 210°F) until ready to serve.
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of molasses to the custard for a deeper gingerbread taste.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the custard the night before and refrigerate for a quicker breakfast.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 617mgPotassium: 226mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 515IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 213mgIron: 3mg
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