Description
This Croissant Bread French Toast recipe transforms flaky, buttery croissant bread into a rich and indulgent breakfast treat. The custard mixture is enhanced with cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup for a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Each slice is soaked, then cooked on a griddle until golden brown, making a delightfully crisp yet tender French toast that pairs beautifully with fresh berries, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt.
Ingredients
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Custard Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup half & half
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch kosher salt
Bread
- 8 slices croissant bread, stale
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Griddle: Place a large sheet pan in the oven and preheat to 200°F to keep cooked French toast warm. Preheat a griddle to 375°F or alternatively, preheat a skillet over medium heat to cook the French toast.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a 9×13 inch casserole dish, whisk together the eggs, half & half, flour, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt. The dry ingredients might not fully dissolve, which is normal for this mixture.
- Soak Bread Slices: Dip each slice of croissant bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for about 30 seconds on each side for thorough absorption and flavor.
- Cook French Toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot, lightly greased griddle. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown color and develop a slightly crisp surface. Flip carefully to ensure even cooking on both sides.
- Keep Warm in Oven: After cooking, transfer the French toast slices to the preheated sheet pan in the oven to keep them warm while you finish cooking the remaining slices.
- Serve: Serve the Croissant Bread French Toast immediately with toppings of your choice such as additional maple syrup, powdered sugar, Greek yogurt, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
Notes
- Using stale croissant bread helps the custard soak better without the bread becoming too soggy.
- If you don’t have a griddle, a non-stick skillet over medium heat works well.
- Keep cooked French toast warm in the oven to serve all portions hot and fresh.
- Customize toppings to your preference for added flavor and texture.
