Description

Churro French Toast is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite, featuring thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread dipped in a cinnamon-spiced custard, fried to golden perfection, and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar blend. This recipe combines the rich, custardy texture of French toast with the warm, sweet flavors reminiscent of churros, making it an indulgent and comforting morning treat.

Ingredients

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For the French Toast:

8 thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
Butter (for frying)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow dish, mix together the 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside to coat the French toast after frying.
Make the Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 4 eggs, 1 cup of whole milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until well combined and smooth.
Dip the Bread: Heat a griddle or large frying pan over medium heat and add a small amount of butter to coat the surface. Dip each slice of day-old bread into the custard mixture, coating both sides evenly without soaking the bread through.
Fry the French Toast: Place the dipped bread slices onto the heated griddle or pan. Fry each slice for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown and crispy exterior.
Manage Butter During Frying: Add more butter to the pan as needed during cooking to prevent the French toast from sticking and to enhance the flavor.
Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: Immediately after frying, place each French toast slice into the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating both sides generously with the sweet and spiced blend for that signature churro flavor.
Serve: Serve the Churro French Toast hot with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries to complement the warm cinnamon flavors.

Notes

Using day-old brioche or challah bread ensures the bread absorbs the custard without becoming too soggy.
Adjust the amount of cinnamon in the custard and coating to taste.
Butter can be substituted with a neutral oil for frying if preferred.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use a suitable egg replacement.