Orange-Vanilla French Toast Recipe

Name: Orange-Vanilla French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread (10 ounce) or 1 loaf Italian bread, unsliced (10 ounce); 6 large eggs; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup whipping cream (unwhipped); 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste); 1 tablespoon vanilla; 1 -2 teaspoon grated orange rind; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; orange slice (to garnish); powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Servings: persons

1 loaf French bread (10 ounce) or 1 loaf Italian bread, unsliced (10 ounce)
6 large eggs
3/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup whipping cream (unwhipped)
2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 -2 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
orange slice (to garnish)
powdered sugar, for sprinkling

1
Slice the bread 3/4-inch thick.
2
Arrange in single layer in a well-greased 15 x 10-inch jellyroll pan.
3
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, orange juice, whipping cream, orange rind, vanilla and salt to blend well.
4
Pour over the bread slices in the pan, turning to coat well.
5
Cover; refrigerate for about 6 hours.
6
Grill or bake.
7
To grill; melt the butter in a skillet or flat grill.
8
Add the bread in batches; cook to brown on both sides.
9
To bake: heat the oven to 350 degrees.
10
Cover a large baking sheet with foil, and grease.
11
Put bread slices on the foil in a single layer; bake 13-15 minutes, turning after 10 minutes.
12
Garnish with orange slices and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

440

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Protein

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf French bread (10 ounce) or 1 loaf Italian bread, unsliced (10 ounce), 6 large eggs, 3/4 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup whipping cream (unwhipped), and more.

Yes, Orange-Vanilla French Toast 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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Orange-Vanilla French Toast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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