Description
French bakers’ golden croissant French toast elevates breakfast with luxurious layers of buttery pastry. Crisp exterior and creamy interior invite breakfast enthusiasts to savor delightful morning indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 croissants (day-old)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 fl oz) whole milk
- 1 tbsp (15 g) sugar
- 2 tsp (10 ml) pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp (1.25 g) kosher salt
- Butter (for greasing pan)
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Preparation: Slice croissants lengthwise, creating two equal halves for optimal custard absorption.
- Custard Fusion: Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and sea salt in a large bowl until a silky, homogeneous mixture forms, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Croissant Submersion: Immerse each croissant half into the custard, gently pressing to maximize liquid penetration, coating both exterior and interior surfaces completely.
- Culinary Transformation: Melt butter on a medium-heated griddle or non-stick skillet, creating a golden cooking canvas for the croissants.
- Toasting Perfection: Arrange custard-soaked croissant halves on the buttered surface, cooking until a caramelized, crisp exterior develops and a warm, tender interior emerges, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Elegant Presentation: Transfer golden-brown french toast to serving plates, adorning with a vibrant medley of seasonal berries, delicate whipped cream dollops, or a luxurious drizzle of pure maple syrup for a decadent breakfast indulgence.
Notes
- Croissant Selection: Choose day-old, slightly stale croissants for superior absorption and crispier texture.
- Custard Coating Technique: Allow croissants to soak for 30-60 seconds, turning gently to prevent tearing and ensure even absorption.
- Heat Management: Maintain medium heat to prevent burning and achieve perfect golden-brown caramelization without scorching.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve immediately after cooking to preserve crispy exterior and maximize flavor intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg