Eggnog French Toast Recipe
Cozy up to the holidays with this eggnog French toast recipe! Rich, spiced eggnog meets golden, fluffy toast for a festive breakfast everyone will love.
I love spending time around the table on Christmas morning, enjoying good food and my favorite people. Today’s French toast recipe incorporates the perfect seasonal flavor by using eggnog instead of regular milk.
The holidays call for a really special breakfast or brunch. No boring cereal or basic toast allowed. At least, that’s what I think.
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For more delicious breakfast ideas to add to your holiday meal plan, try this overnight eggnog breakfast casserole, an easy overnight French toast casserole, and this festive Christmas cinnamon roll wreath.
Eggnog French Toast
It’s the breakfast treat you didn’t know you needed.
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Ingredients
- Eggs – The key to a creamy custard base that soaks right into the bread.
- Eggnog – The star of the show, adding that rich, festive flavor we love.
- Vanilla – Just a touch to round out the sweetness and elevate the flavors.
- Ground nutmeg – This warm spice screams “holiday breakfast.”
- Ground cinnamon – No holiday treat is complete without a pinch of this classic spice.
- Texas toast – This thick, sturdy bread is perfect for soaking up all that delicious eggnog mixture.
- Butter (for skillet) – Helps the toast fry up golden and delicious.
- Powdered sugar (for topping/if desired) – A little dusting on top makes the French toast extra special.
- Whipped cream (for topping) – A dollop of whipped cream takes it over the top.
- Syrup (for topping) – Because French toast isn’t complete without a drizzle of maple syrup.
Instructions
1. Start by adding your eggs, eggnog, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon to a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
2. Soak each side of your bread in the egg mixture until well coated.
3. Heat up your skillet or griddle on medium-low heat. You don’t want to cook your bread too fast and burn it. Grease with butter.
4. Cook each slice of bread on your well greased skillet, until each side is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Stack on your serving dish. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Top with whipped cream and syrup.
6. Serve and enjoy.
Tips and Tricks
- Use a shallow baking dish for the eggnog batter to ensure easy dipping and even coverage for each slice.
- I like to use regular store-bought eggnog, as I find the light varieties don’t have the same depth of flavor. You could also use your favorite homemade eggnog recipe.
- Add a drop of rum extract to the batter for that subtle holiday taste without the alcohol.
- Of course, we love real maple syrup, but you could also try this simple homemade pancake syrup or use honey.
- You can freeze leftover slices of French toast once they have cooled and store them in a large freezer bag or airtight container. They make the perfect grab and go breakfast!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make eggnog French toast ahead of time?
You can prepare the eggnog mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator or keep cooked slices warm in the oven at 200°F until ready to serve. Alternatively, cooked slices can be frozen and reheated on a baking sheet in the oven later.
What type of bread is best for eggnog French toast?
Thick-cut, sturdy bread like Texas toast, brioche bread, or challah bread is ideal because it holds up well to soaking. Stale bread is actually great too, as it absorbs the eggnog mixture better.
How do I keep the toast from becoming soggy?
Dip each slice of bread briefly into the eggnog mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip off before cooking. Using sturdy bread and preheating the skillet or pan also helps prevent sogginess.
This eggnog French toast is a Christmas morning must in our home! Add it to your holiday menu this year.
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Eggnog French Toast Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Eggnog
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- ½ tsp Ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
- 8 slices Texas toast
- 1 tbsp Butter for skillet
- Powdered sugar for topping
- Whipped cream for topping
- Syrup for topping
Instructions
- Start by adding your eggs, eggnog, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon to a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
- Soak each side of your bread in the egg mixture until well coated.
- Heat up your skillet or griddle on medium-low heat. You don’t want to cook your bread too fast and burn it. Grease with butter.
- Cook each slice of bread on your well greased skillet, until each side is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stack on your serving dish. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Top with whipped cream and syrup.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a shallow baking dish for the eggnog batter to ensure easy dipping and even coverage for each slice.
- I like to use regular store-bought eggnog, as I find the light varieties don’t have the same depth of flavor. You could also use your favorite homemade eggnog recipe.
- Add a drop of rum extract to the batter for that subtle holiday taste without the alcohol.
- Of course, we love real maple syrup, but you could also try this simple homemade pancake syrup or use honey.
- You can freeze leftover slices of French toast once they have cooled and store them in a large freezer bag or airtight container. They make the perfect grab and go breakfast!
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