Description

This Crispy Cinnamon Cornflake French Toast recipe combines the classic comfort of French toast with a crunchy, sweet cornflake coating for a delightful breakfast treat. Perfect for cozy mornings, the thick slices of French bread are soaked in a vanilla-egg custard, coated in a cinnamon-sugar cornflake mixture, and fried to golden perfection. Serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for an indulgent start to your day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

4 thick slices French Bread (1-inch thick for ideal soaking and texture)
2 Eggs (or flax eggs as a vegan substitute)
1 cup Milk (or plant-based milk for dairy-free)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (use pure vanilla)

Coating and Cooking

4 cups Corn Flakes (crushed; any crispy cereal can work)
1/2 cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon Cinnamon (increase if desired for more spice)
2 tablespoons Butter (or margarine for dairy-free)
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (any high smoke point oil for frying)

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Instructions

Prepare Cornflake Coating: Crush 4 cups of cornflakes using a rolling pin or food processor. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes with sugar and cinnamon to create a flavorful coating mixture.
Toast Cornflake Mixture: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the cornflake mixture and toast while stirring for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and transfer to a shallow dish to cool slightly.
Make Egg Custard: In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until frothy. This custard will soak into the bread, giving it a savory flavor and tender texture.
Soak Bread Slices: Dip each thick slice of French bread into the egg custard, soaking for 1-2 minutes on each side to fully absorb the mixture.
Coat Bread with Cornflakes: Press the soaked bread slices into the toasted cornflake coating, ensuring both sides are evenly covered to achieve maximum crunch.
Fry the French Toast: In a separate skillet, heat vegetable oil with some additional butter over medium heat. Fry each coated bread slice for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the crispy cinnamon cornflake French toast hot, topped with maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or any desired toppings for a delicious breakfast experience.

Notes

Use thick 1-inch slices of French bread for the best soaking and structure.
A flax egg makes a great vegan substitute for a dairy-free and egg-free version.
Plant-based milk and margarine can be used to make this recipe dairy-free.
Adjust sugar and cinnamon levels to suit your taste preferences.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to get a crispy crust without absorbing excess oil.
Serve immediately for the best texture; the coating may soften if left too long.