Orange and Cardamom French Toast
Buttery brioche works wonders for this orange and cardamom french toast since it soaks up just enough of the batter without making the bread soggy (sorry sad slices of white bread- you have been replaced). The subtle hint of orange and cardamom takes this to another level.
Equipment
- griddle or large pan
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup half and half (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1¼ teaspoon grated orange zest
- 8 slices brioche bread (or challah)
- 3-4 tablespoon butter for pan
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients except the bread in a shallow bowl, and whisk until combined.4 large eggs, ½ cup half and half (or milk), 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1¼ teaspoon grated orange zest
- Dip each slice of bread in the batter and set aside on a dish. Soak it just enough to absorb the custard, but no too long that it gets soggy.8 slices brioche bread (or challah)
- Prepare a skillet or griddle with half the butter over medium heat. When the pan is hot and butter is foamy, add the bread.3-4 tablespoon butter for pan
- Saute each slice in the butter until golden brown on each side; about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining butter and bread.
- Serve with powdered sugar, butter or maple syrup.
Notes
Recipe can serve 3-4 people. I always think I will only have 2 slices, then I go back for more. So feel free to double the recipe if your guests are like me!
*Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. Nutrition information can vary depending on many factors, such as products used, measurements and substitutions, therefore it is recommended that you obtain nutritional calculations based on your own finished recipe.
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