Description
Croissant French Toast features a traditional custard base with a warm blend of spices perfect for a weekend brunch at home.
Ingredients
4 -6 day-old croissants, sliced
4 eggs
1/4 c. heavy cream
1/4 c. milk
2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl (or 4 cup measuring cup) whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, vanilla extract, maple syrup and pinch of salt.
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Pour the egg mixture into a shallow pan (e.g., 9x13 pan). Submerge the sliced croissants in the mixture, 5 minutes on each side.
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Heat a large frying pan or griddle on medium high heat and butter the pan. Cook the french toast on each side until golden brown.
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Serve with warm maple syrup, strawberries and blueberries.
Notes
- You can use any variety of milk that you choose.
- When serving a crowd-- line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and heat the oven to 200ºF. As the french toast finishes, place it on the baking sheet and return to the oven to keep warm.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast