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Eggnog French Toast Recipe

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This Eggnog French Toast recipe offers a festive twist on the classic breakfast favorite by incorporating creamy eggnog and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for holiday mornings, the custard-soaked brioche slices are pan-fried until golden and served with rich, warm syrup for a comforting and flavorful treat.

Ingredients

Custard Mixture

  • 1 1/2 cups eggnog
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Toast

  • 10 slices Brioche bread
  • Butter for frying

To Serve

  • Warm syrup (such as Buttermilk Bourbon Syrup recommended)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggnog and eggs until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, rum extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt a couple tablespoons of butter to prepare for frying the bread.
  3. Soak the Bread: Dip two slices of brioche bread into the eggnog mixture, coating both sides thoroughly to ensure each slice absorbs the flavorful custard.
  4. Fry the Bread: Place the coated bread slices carefully into the hot buttered skillet. Cook on one side until golden brown, then flip to cook the other side until equally browned and cooked through.
  5. Repeat Cooking: Continue soaking and frying two slices at a time until all ten slices are cooked. Alternatively, use a griddle to cook multiple slices simultaneously for faster preparation.
  6. Serve Warm: Serve the French toast hot, drizzled with warm syrup, such as a buttermilk bourbon syrup, for an extra layer of rich sweetness.

Notes

  • Using brioche bread adds a rich, buttery flavor and soft texture, perfect for eggnog custard.
  • Adjust the spices to taste; more nutmeg or cinnamon can enhance the holiday feel.
  • Butter is ideal for frying to achieve a golden crust, but use a non-stick spray for a lighter version.
  • Serving with warm syrup, like bourbon-infused syrup, complements the rum extract in the custard.
  • This recipe can be doubled easily for larger groups.

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