Best Orange French Toast Recipe
A delightful twist on classic French toast infused with fresh orange zest and Florida’s Natural No Pulp Orange Juice, creating a bright citrus flavor. This recipe uses thick brioche bread slices soaked in a creamy custard, then pan-fried to golden perfection, making a perfect breakfast or brunch treat served with maple syrup and fresh fruits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 8 slices brioche toast bread (cut into 1-inch thick slices)
Custard Mixture
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 tsp orange zest (approximately the zest of 1 small orange)
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract)
- ¼ cup Florida’s Natural No Pulp Orange Juice
- ½ cup heavy cream
For Cooking and Serving
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Maple syrup, to serve
- Fresh fruits, to serve
- Cinnamon sugar (optional, to sprinkle on top)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined and smooth.
- Heat the pan: Place a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter until it coats the surface evenly and starts to foam.
- Soak the bread slices: Dip each slice of brioche into the custard mixture, soaking both sides well. Ensure the bread is thoroughly moistened but not overly soggy to prevent it from falling apart during cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked slices directly onto the hot skillet. Cook each slice for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked completely through.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the cooked French toast from the pan. Serve immediately topped with maple syrup and fresh fruits. Optionally, sprinkle a dash of cinnamon sugar on top for extra flavor and a hint of sweetness.
Notes
- Use thick brioche slices to ensure the toast holds together well when soaked and cooked.
- Adjust cooking time based on your stove and thickness of bread to avoid undercooked centers.
- Vanilla sugar can be substituted with vanilla extract; use about ½ teaspoon if substituting.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or almond milk, but the texture may differ slightly.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; French toast tends to become soggy if left to sit.
Keywords: Orange French Toast, Brioche French Toast, Citrus Breakfast, Maple Syrup, Brunch Recipe, Easy French Toast
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