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Caramel French Toast

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🍞 Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and crispy layers with this caramel French toast.
πŸ“ A delightful breakfast or brunch recipe that offers rich flavor and a touch of elegance with fresh berries and syrup.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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7 tablespoons softened butter

6 tablespoons brown sugar

1 1/2 cups milk

3 eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

8 slices of bread (1 inch thick, preferably soft Italian bread)

Confectioner’s sugar for garnishing

Fresh blueberries for garnishing

Fresh raspberries for garnishing

Syrup of your choice for drizzling

Instructions

1-Getting ready for Caramel French Toast: First, blend the butter and brown sugar until they’re well combined this creates the base for that irresistible caramel flavor. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg to form a smooth mixture.

2-Soaking the bread: Pour this egg mix into a 13 x 9 inch casserole dish and lay the bread slices in it, turning them to coat evenly. Let the bread soak for at least 15 minutes, or pop it in the fridge overnight for even more flavor and a better texture it’s a game-changer for busy days. For more ideas on soaking techniques, check out our easy breakfast recipes section on the blog.

3-Cooking the caramel mixture: Next, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter and brown sugar mixture in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. If you’re cooking in batches, use 2 tablespoons per batch to keep things even. Spread the remaining mixture on top of the soaked bread, then place the slices in the skillet with the buttered side up.

4-Cooking the French toast: Cook until the bottoms turn deep brown, about 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes. The whole process takes about 10 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook, totaling 22 minutes, making it perfect for a quick meal. This dish works great for breakfast or as a fun breakfast-for-dinner option, impressing everyone at the table.

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Notes

πŸ₯„ Use soft Italian bread or similar thick slices for the best texture.
⏰ For richer flavor, soak the bread overnight in the egg mixture.
πŸ”₯ Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan for crispier toast.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 slices