Best Orange French Toast Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Best Orange French Toast that features a perfect balance of citrusy zest and sweet notes, creating a breakfast treat that’s sure to impress.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Brioche Toast Bread:
- 8 slices brioche toast bread (cut into 1-inch thick slices)
Custard Mixture:
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 tsp. orange zest (approximately the zest of 1 small orange)
- 1 tsp. vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract)
- ¼ cup Florida’s Natural No Pulp Orange Juice
- ½ cup heavy cream
Additional:
- 1 tbsp. Unsalted butter
- Maple syrup
- Fresh fruits
- Cinnamon sugar
- Prepare Custard Mixture: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Cook French Toast: Heat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Melt butter in the pan. Drench each bread slice in the custard mixture, ensuring it is moist but not soggy. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Serve: Plate the French toast and top with maple syrup and fresh fruits. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before serving.
Notes
- You can use any bread of your choice, but brioche adds a rich flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of French Toast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Orange French Toast, Breakfast Recipe, Citrusy French Toast