Christmas Eggnog French Toast
Breakfast & Brunch | Holiday, Kid Friendly | Eggs & Dairy, Pasta & Grains
SERVES 6 - START TO FINISH: 20 minutes
Cooking Notes
Fat-free eggnog is sometimes available during the holidays. Regular eggnog can be substituted.
Hearty sliced bread can be used instead.
Christmas Eggnog French Toast
2 cups fat-free eggnog*
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
6 croissants*
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, or as needed
3/4 cup maple syrup, or to taste
1. Turn on oven to warm or lowest setting.
2. In a shallow bowl, mix eggnog, egg and cinnamon, stirring well. Slice croissants in half lengthwise. Over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch skillet (or use a griddle).
3. Dip 2 croissant halves in eggnog batter and place in skillet. Cook each side until golden brown, about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Remove to a serving platter, and place in warmed oven. Repeat process with remaining croissants, melting more butter as needed.
Serve at once with maple syrup.
Christmas Eggnog French Toast
Serve with real maple syrup, fresh orange slices and microwaved bacon.
Christmas Eggnog French Toast
Approximate Values Per Serving: 475 calories (37% from fat), 20 g fat (11 g saturated), 117 mg cholesterol, 10 g protein, 66.5 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 497 mg sodium
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