Description
Delightful Pound Cake French Toast merges classic breakfast comfort with sweet indulgence. Crisp exterior and creamy center promise a luxurious morning experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 thick slices of pound cake
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
Spices and Flavorings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Cooking and Serving:
- Butter (for frying)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Fresh berries or fruit slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a luxurious egg mixture by whisking eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a wide, shallow vessel until smooth and well-integrated.
- Heat a griddle or skillet to medium temperature, allowing the surface to warm evenly while melting a small amount of butter to create a non-stick cooking surface.
- Gently immerse each pound cake slice into the custard mixture, carefully rotating to ensure complete and uniform coating on both surfaces.
- Carefully transfer the saturated pound cake slice onto the heated cooking surface, allowing it to transform into a golden-crisp texture for approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Watch for a rich caramel-like coloration and slightly crisp edges, indicating the perfect toasting moment.
- Remove the French toast from the griddle and place on a warm serving plate, creating an elegant presentation.
- Enhance the dish by cascading maple syrup generously across the surface, creating an enticing glaze.
- Optional: Embellish with a vibrant array of fresh seasonal berries or sliced fruits to add visual appeal and complementary flavors.
- Serve immediately while warm, allowing guests to experience the full sensory delight of this decadent breakfast creation.
Notes
- Ensure your pound cake is slightly stale or day-old for better absorption of the custard mixture.
- Use room temperature eggs and milk to create a smoother, more even coating on the cake slices.
- Adjust heat carefully to prevent burning, as pound cake contains more sugar and can caramelize quickly.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like whipped cream, powdered sugar, or a fruit compote for added variety and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg