Eggnog French Toast with Cranberry Syrup
Indulge in the festive delight of Eggnog French Toast with Cranberry Syrup, a breakfast that perfectly captures the essence of the holiday season. This easy-to-make dish combines the creamy richness of eggnog and the tartness of fresh cranberries, creating a memorable flavor experience that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Ideal for holiday brunches or cozy winter mornings, this French toast is not just food; it’s a celebration!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (4 slices) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chilled eggnog
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 4 thick slices of challah or brioche bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the cranberry syrup by combining cranberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds per side.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with cranberry syrup drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for better absorption. Feel free to add extra spices like vanilla extract or swap out bread types for different flavors.