Pain Perdu is a special New Orleans-style French Toast. The most tender version is made with wide loaves of French or Italian bread. Its great flavor comes from the orange brandy in the batter.
Provided by stevefenton
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes French Toast Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, milk, brandy and orange zest. Beat until thick and foamy. Pour mixture into a shallow pan. Soak bread slices in the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they are thoroughly soaked through.
- Heat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly spray griddle with cooking spray. Cook the bread slices 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.1 g, Cholesterol 234.9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 611.2 mg, Sugar 32.9 g
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Petro lubida
lubidapetro19@gmail.comThis pain perdu was a great dessert. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the ice cream, which gave it a cold and creamy texture.
Ahmad Ahmad
aahmad@hotmail.comThis pain perdu was a great way to start my day. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the yogurt, which gave it a healthy boost.
Ashfaqamla34 Amla
ashfaqamla34-a94@hotmail.comThis pain perdu was a great way to use up leftover bread. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the fruit, which gave it a refreshing flavor.
Mwikali Rose
mwikalirose14@hotmail.co.ukThis pain perdu was a great snack. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the nuts, which gave it a crunchy texture.
Bikash Sardar
sardar72@aol.comThis pain perdu was a perfect dessert. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the whipped cream, which gave it a light and airy texture.
Aman Chaudhry
a.c@gmail.comThis pain perdu was a great way to start my day. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the maple syrup, which gave it a delicious sweetness.
Ricardo Durab
durab@hotmail.frThis pain perdu was absolutely delicious! The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was rich and creamy. I loved the addition of the chocolate chips, which gave it a decadent flavor.
Mia Chaktsiris
mia_chaktsiris53@gmail.comThis pain perdu was a hit with my family! The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the fresh berries, which gave it a refreshing flavor.
Qutazia Smyre
qutaziasmyre76@hotmail.frThis pain perdu was a great way to use up leftover bread. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the cinnamon and nutmeg, which gave it a warm and inviting flavor.
Richie Blair
blair.r@hotmail.comI'm not much of a cook, but this pain perdu recipe was so easy to follow. The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.
Eric Chen
eric56@yahoo.comThis pain perdu was absolutely delicious! The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was rich and creamy. I loved the addition of the vanilla extract, which gave it a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Nyima Dorjee
dorjee@aol.comI was looking for a new pain perdu recipe, and this one definitely did not disappoint! The bread was perfectly crispy and the custard was creamy and flavorful. I added a few slices of banana to the top, and it was the perfect touch. This recipe is de
Logan Mott
mott47@hotmail.frThis pain perdu was a hit with my family! The bread was perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and creamy. I loved the addition of the cinnamon and nutmeg, which gave it a warm and inviting flavor. I will d
Sajawal Ahmad
ahmad@hotmail.comI've made pain perdu many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the results were amazing. The bread was perfectly golden brown and the custard was perfectly creamy. I will definitely be
Wasif Sajjad
sw@aol.comThis pain perdu recipe is a keeper! The bread was perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the custard was rich and creamy. I added a few fresh berries to the top, and it was the perfect touch. My family loved it, and I'll defini