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Challah French Toast Recipe

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This Challah French Toast recipe transforms the rich, soft challah bread into a deliciously golden and fluffy breakfast treat. With a simple mixture of eggs, whole milk, and cinnamon, each slice is perfectly cooked on the stovetop for a warm, comforting start to your day. Ideal for a weekend brunch or special occasion, this easy-to-make dish can be served plain or adorned with a variety of toppings like syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

For the Challah French Toast

  • 1 loaf of challah bread, sliced
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Slice the Bread: Slice your challah bread if it is not pre-sliced. Set the slices aside on a plate or tray ready for dipping.
  2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a small shallow dish, whisk together the 4 large eggs, ½ cup whole milk, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Heat Pan: Place a pan or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat the surface with butter or nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Dip and Cook: Once the pan is heated (about 1 minute), dip each slice of challah bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Place the coated bread slices onto the hot pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Serve: Remove the cooked French toast from the pan and serve immediately. Enjoy as is or with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, syrup, or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • Challah bread can usually be found in the bakery section of most grocery stores. If unavailable, brioche bread is a great substitute due to its similar texture.
  • Try topping your French toast with whipped cream, maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar for extra flavor.
  • For variation, you can use warm spices like pumpkin pie spice, nutmeg, or cloves instead of cinnamon.
  • If you don’t have whole milk, any milk alternative or lower-fat milk will work just fine.
  • Leftover French toast can be stored in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • To reheat, microwave the French toast for 35-45 seconds per two slices until warmed through.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American