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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Challah Bread French Toast

    Challah Bread French Toast

    Last Updated: Mar 17, 2021

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    Challah Bread French Toast served on a plate with butter and berries

    This challah bread French toast is the perfect meal to enjoy with the family for breakfast or brunch. Made with a few simple ingredients and ready to enjoy in 20 minutes.

    Challah Bread French Toast served on a plate with butter and berries

    French toast is one of those dishes that you just love. I didn't try my first french toast until my late teenage years after moving to New York. French toast is not a very popular dish in the Dominican Republic and up until months after I had arrived in New York, I had never heard of this dish.

    There is a similar Spanish dish called torrejas that is also made with stale bread dipped in milk and eggs and then fried.

    This challah bread French toast is so rich and delicious, it's the perfect lazy Sunday brunch!

    For more brunch recipes, be sure to try my Tuna Avocado Tostadas and Bacon and Egg Muffins.

    Challah Bread French Toast Ingredients on a board

    Ingredients

    • Challah Bread
    • Eggs
    • Milk
    • Vanilla
    • Cinnamon
    • Maple Syrup
    Challah Bread sliced on a board and dipped in milk mixture ready to be cooked

    How to make challah French toast

    • Heat a nonstick pan over medium high heat.
    • In a large baking dish, beat together eggs, milk, cinnamon and vanilla. Dip bread in egg mixture coating thoroughly, and shaking off any excess before adding to the pan.
    • Cook each toast on both sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes each side.
    • To serve, drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle a little powder sugar and top with fresh fruit, if desired.
    Challah Bread French Toast on a plate topped with berries and syrup on the side

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why make French toast with challah bread?

    Yes, you can make french toast with any sliced bread. I prefer challah, though.

    The sturdy and spongy texture of the challah allows it to suck up the milk and egg mixture without falling apart. Also, the taste and richness of the bread complements the rest of the ingredients perfectly to give your french toast delicious flavor.

    How do you serve it?

    To make this challah French toast unforgettable, drizzle it with some maple syrup and finish it with a dusting of powdered sugar.

    Accompany this challah french toast with a side of scrambled eggs and fresh fruit for a complete and scrumptious breakfast.

    Can you make it ahead of time?

    French toast is always best served as soon as it's cooked. Luckily it only takes a few minutes to make!

    Recipe Notes and Tips

    • Use a good non-stick pan or griddle that won't let the breadstick to the pan. I like to use a stovetop cast iron non-stick reversible griddle like this one. The griddle will help create the perfect crust on your french toast and give it the right texture.
    • Use day-old challah bread for the best French toast. It will be drier and soak up more of the custard.
    Challah Bread French Toast on a plate topped with berries and hand pouring syrup

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    Challah Bread French Toast

    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 305kcal
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Vanessa
    4.5 from 2 votes
    Challah Bread French Toast served on a plate with butter and berries
    This classic french toast made with challah bread, milk, eggs, cinnamon and vanilla is the perfect meal to enjoy with the family for breakfast or brunch.

    INGREDIENTS

    • 1 loaf challah bread , sliced ½ inch thick
    • 3 eggs
    • ⅔ cups milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ cup maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon powder sugar (optional)
    • fresh blueberries (optional)

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Heat a nonstick pan over medium high heat.
    • In a large baking dish, beat together eggs, milk, cinnamon and vanilla. Dip bread in egg mixture coating thoroughly, and shaking off any excess before adding to the pan.
    • Cook each toast on both sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes each side.
    • To serve, drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle a little powder sugar and top with fresh fruit, if desired.

    NOTES

    • Use a good non-stick pan or griddle that won't let the bread stick to the pan. I like to use a stove top cast iron non-stick reversible griddle like this one. The griddle will help create the perfect crust on your french toast and give it the right texture.
    • Use day old challah bread for the best French toast. It will be drier and soak up more of the custard.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 331mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 322IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 3mg

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    1. Silvia Martinez

      August 31, 2018 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      El pan francés, favorito en casa, great recipe.

      Reply
    2. Ale

      August 31, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      OMG, this recipe is delicious!!! Love it!

      Reply
    3. Enriqueta Lemoine

      August 21, 2018 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      OMG! Best French toast ever Vane! I want to be your vecina!

      Reply

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