Description
Churro French Toast is a delightful twist on traditional French toast, inspired by the classic cinnamon-sugar churro. Made with thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread, soaked in a flavorful custard of eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon, then pan-fried until golden and coated generously with cinnamon sugar. This recipe offers a crispy exterior with a soft, custardy center, perfect for a sweet breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 8 thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread
Custard
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For Frying
- Butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside for coating the French toast immediately after frying.
- Make the Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 4 eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the Pan: Place a griddle or large frying pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to coat the surface evenly.
- Dip the Bread: Take each slice of day-old brioche or challah and dip it into the custard, coating both sides thoroughly but avoiding soaking the bread through.
- Fry the French Toast: Arrange the dipped bread slices in the heated pan. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown and crispy. Add additional butter to the pan as necessary to prevent sticking and to add flavor.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: Immediately after frying, transfer the French toast slices to the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture and roll or sprinkle to coat each side generously while still warm.
- Serve: Serve the churro French toast hot. Optionally, top with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best texture as fresh bread may become too soggy when soaked.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar coating to taste for a sweeter or spicier finish.
- Keep the pan temperature medium to ensure the toast cooks through without burning.
- Butter can be substituted with oil for a different flavor or for dietary preferences.
- Serve immediately as the cinnamon sugar coating is best enjoyed warm and fresh.
