Description
Churro French Toast is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite, combining the rich, custardy texture of French toast with the sweet, cinnamon-sugar coating reminiscent of traditional churros. Using thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread, this recipe creates a crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior that’s perfect for a special brunch or weekend treat. Serve it warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries for an irresistible start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
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)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow dish, mix together 1 cup of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside; it will be used to coat the French toast after frying.
- Make the Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Whisk until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a griddle or large frying pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to the pan to coat the surface evenly, which will help prevent sticking and provide flavor.
- Dip the Bread: Take each slice of day-old brioche or challah and dip it into the custard mixture, coating both sides evenly but avoiding soaking the bread through to maintain structural integrity.
- Fry the French Toast: Place the custard-coated bread slices onto the heated pan. Fry each slice for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy. Add more butter as needed to keep the pan greased and prevent the toast from sticking.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: Once fried, immediately transfer the French toast slices to the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Coat each side generously, ensuring a sweet and spiced exterior that mimics churro flavor.
- Serve: Serve the Churro French Toast hot with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries for a deliciously indulgent breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Using day-old bread helps the custard mixture soak in better without the slices falling apart.
- Adjust the cinnamon sugar ratio to your taste preference for more or less spice.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use vegan butter.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; the coating can become less crisp upon cooling.
