Confession: I hated eggnog growing up. Do most kids like eggnog? It's sort of weird, right? It's super thick milk that tastes kind of egg-y. Not really kid-friendly.
Plus, lots of eggnogs tend to be spiked. Just for the record, that's not what I tried as a kid. I had the non-spiked version. But either way, I just didn't care for it.
Honestly, it wasn't until I tried my first eggnog latte about three years ago that I got hooked. I try to keep the eggnog consumption to a minimum-ish during this season (mainly because there are too many good things to eat during the holidays). But every December I get in the mood to make something with eggnog.
Last year I made eggnog cinnamon rolls. Those are delicious, but they take a little while to make as the dough has yeast. So, I thought I'd make something easier this year. And french toast just sounded right. 🙂
Eggnog French Toast, serves 2-3.
6-8 thick pieces of (day old) bread
2 cups eggnog
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons butter or oil
I'm not joking about day old bread. In my opinion that is the number one trick to making great french toast. Slice your bread thick and then leave it covered or in an open bag overnight (so it gets a little stale). If you just have stale bread on hand, then you're already there!
In a large bowl whisk together the eggnog, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Dip the bread in the mixture so it becomes complete submerged (if you're mixture is too shallow, flip the bread so both sides get coated.
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add a tablespoon or two of butter or oil. I actually use a little bit of both because I prefer the taste of the butter but I like how the oil produces more crispy edges. You can choose your own adventure here.
Cook the bread on each side for 3-4 minutes (or less depending on the thickness of your bread). Once the egg mixture looks cooked on both sides, remove to a plate and brush with a little melted butter (optional, but just do it).
Continue until you have cooked all the bread into french toast. To keep the first pieces warm while you cook the rest, you can place them in a warm (200°F) oven. If you have a big, fancy griddle, then you won't have this issue. So… good for you (she said begrudgingly).
Just kidding. Make some french toast this week or weekend—tis the season! xo. Emma
Credits // Author and Photography: Emma Chapman. Photos edited with A Beautiful Mess actions.
I made this this morning for the family. It was a hit. Thanks.
Just made this for Christmas morning, so yummy! Everyone loved it, it will definitely be making some more appearances 😉
My Finacee works on Christmas Day, so what better breakfast to have ready for him when he gets home! Love these simple ideas xo
Merry Christmas Gals!
How in 35 years have I never heard of the day-old-bread trick?!!? Thank you for making that tip stand out. I love french toast but hate it when it is too mushy. Can’t wait to try this! Pinned and ready for menu planning. Thanks!
I’ve never had egg nog!
Thanks for such a good idea. I just had the best brunch because of this :))
Yum Yum….it sucks to be a foodie because you want things like this instantly!
Oh yum… I saw this post in the morning before breakfast. Now I know what I want 🙂
Sounds absolutely delicious!!! Yummy! I have to try this.
this sounds so perfect for the holidays!
xx nikki
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Oh my word! This looks incredible!
xo.
Ahh! This is so much like an old-fashioned Dutch recipe!
We call them ‘wentelteefjes’ (free translation: turning ladies) and instead of using eggnog, which is not for sale in The Netherlands, we use milk. In the past, it was made so that people did not have to throw away stale bread.
I love this and my boyfriend and I use to make this on holidays in France, with our old ‘pains’ 🙂
I always wanted to try eggnog since I’m old enough. So I tried some a few days ago at the Christmas market. It was awful.. To be fair it was a finished good, but some finished goods are really yummy. This one was not a good one.. Enough talk, I’m sorry.
I was wondering, do you have a nice recipe? My Auntie and I we still want to try it at Christmas eve! 🙂
Greetings from Germany
Julia
Oh my gosh. You guys are killing me!
xoxo, Laura
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I hated egg nog as a child, too. I tried it a few years ago and I still didn’t love it, but this recipes makes me want to give it another shot, as long as the egg nog issn’t too overwhelming. Who doesn’t love french toast?!
M – Mocha and Moccasins
Awesome idea for the holidays!!
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Egg nog? Really? Oh god, that looks like one of those things I would eat over and over, just because I can.
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That looks amazing! Yum!
Xo
This seems so delicious! Thanks for sharing. <3
Wow! Sounds promising
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