Best 2 Crisp French Toast Recipes

**Introducing Crisp French Toast: A Culinary Delight for Breakfast and Brunch Lovers**

Awaken your senses with the delectable aroma of Crisp French Toast, a classic breakfast and brunch dish that combines simplicity with irresistible flavor. This culinary delight elevates ordinary bread to new heights, transforming it into a crispy, golden-brown masterpiece. With its fluffy interior and caramelized exterior, Crisp French Toast is a symphony of textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that explore the versatility of Crisp French Toast, offering variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. From traditional recipes to creative twists, these recipes will guide you in creating the perfect Crisp French Toast that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CRISP FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

Apple Crisp French Toast Casserole image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories main-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 loaf day-old challah bread, crust removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup apple cider, plus more for syrup if needed
Juice of 1/2 lemon
3 Gala apples, peeled, cored and diced
3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and diced
2 tablespoons apple brandy, such as Calvados, optional
1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Softened butter for greasing the baking dish
3 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
4 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

For the French toast and caramelized apples: Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
Spread the bread cubes on a large baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 15 minutes. Let cool. Adjust the oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the sugar, apple cider and lemon juice in a large, high-sided saute pan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the Gala and Granny Smith apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized, about 15 minutes. Add the apple brandy if using; cook a few minutes longer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the apples to a bowl (you don't want the apples to be too wet) and let cool. Reserve the apple cooking liquid for serving.
For the streusel: Mix together the butter, salt and sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add the flour, oats and cinnamon and mix until well combined. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Squeeze the mixture in your hands to form larger and smaller clumps.
For the casserole: Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with some softened butter. Whisk the eggs, yolks, vanilla and cinnamon in a large bowl until smooth. Whisk in the half-and-half, then fold in the cooled apples. Add the bread and stir to coat, pressing down to make sure bread is totally submerged. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Transfer the apple-bread mixture to the buttered baking dish, pressing down to make sure the top is an even layer. Scatter the streusel evenly over the top. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until puffed and lightly golden brown, another 30 minutes or so. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Reheat the reserved apple cooking liquid. (If very thin, simmer briefly over medium heat until reduced to a syrup; if there isn't much, add some apple cider and simmer briefly.) Turn the heat to low and whisk in the cold butter, piece by piece, until emulsified. Serve with the French toast.

CRISP FRENCH TOAST

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This recipe for a low fat French toast was found in the 2008 cookbook, Taste of Home Guilt Free Cooking!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories Breakfast

Time 33m

Yield 12 slices, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dash ground nutmeg
12 slices French bread, day-old (3/4-inch thick)
1 1/2 cups corn flakes, crushed

Steps:

Prehead oven to 425 degrees F & spray a 15"x10" glass baking dish inside with cooking spray.
In a shallow dish, combine the egg substitute, milk, OJ, vanilla & nutmeg, mixing well.
Add bread & soak for 5 minutes, turning once.
Coat both sides of each slice with cornflake crumbs, then place slices in the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes, then turn & bake another 5-8 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Tips:

Use thick-cut bread for a sturdier French toast that can hold up to all the toppings.
Make sure the butter is hot enough before adding the bread, or else it will soak up too much butter and become greasy.
Don't overcrowd the pan, or else the French toast will not cook evenly.
Cook the French toast over medium heat so that it has time to cook through without burning.
Flip the French toast only once, or else it will fall apart.
Serve the French toast immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Crisp French toast is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy this classic dish at home. Whether you like your French toast simple or loaded with toppings, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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