French Toast with Cornflake Crunch Recipe

Name: French Toast with Cornflake Crunch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; ½ cup fresh orange juice; ½ cup confectioners' sugar, plus additional for garnish; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1 pinch salt; 2 ⅔ cups corn flakes; 8 slices of day old bread brioche bread or 8 slices challah; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; sliced strawberry (to garnish); orange section (to garnish)

Servings: persons

3 large eggs
2 large egg whites
½ cup fresh orange juice
½ cup confectioners' sugar, plus additional for garnish
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
2 ⅔ cups corn flakes
8 slices of day old bread brioche bread or 8 slices challah
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
sliced strawberry (to garnish)
orange section (to garnish)

1
Put the eggs, egg whites, orange juice, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a mixing bowl.
2
Wisk until well mixed.
3
Spread 1/3 cup of cornflakes on the center of a piece of plastic wrap.
4
Dip a slice of bread quickly into the egg mixture, coating both sides.
5
Place bread onto the cornflakes.
6
Use a fork and press the top of the bread lightly to embed the cornflakes into the underside.
7
It should be solidly coated.
8
Set the bread slice aside, cornflake side down.
9
Working quickly, repeat the dipping process with the remaining slices of bread, using about 1/3 cup of cornflakes per slice.
10
Divide the butter between 2 large nonstick griddles or skillets.
11
Melt over medium heat until it is hot.
12
Transfer the slices, cornflake side down on the griddles.
13
Cook until both sides are browned, about 4 minutes each side.
14
(Lacking sufficient cooking surface, you can dip the slices and coat them with cornflakes as batches are cooked, keeping thte cooked slices warm in a preheated 200 degree oven.)
15
Serve hot, cornflake side up.
16
Lightly sieve confectioners' sugar over the toast.
17
Garnish the plate with strawberries and orange segments.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large eggs, 2 large egg whites, ½ cup fresh orange juice, ½ cup confectioners' sugar, plus additional for garnish, and more.

Yes, French Toast with Cornflake Crunch falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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French Toast with Cornflake Crunch

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Variations & substitutions

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