Best 5 Challah French Toast With Cinnamon Sugar Glaze Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable breakfast or brunch dish that is both indulgent and easy to make? Look no further than challah french toast with cinnamon sugar glaze! This classic recipe combines the richness of challah bread, the creamy sweetness of a custard-based batter and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar glaze that creates a crispy, caramelized crust. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to create the perfect challah french toast with cinnamon sugar glaze that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST WITH CINNAMON-SUGAR GLAZE



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Thick slices of soft challah bread make for superior French toast, with a plush, custardy center and golden, crisp edges. This version has extra egg yolks for added richness, and a dash of cardamom for spice. Cinnamon-sugar is sprinkled on top of the challah slices as they cook, caramelizing and glazing them (though you can skip this step, if you want). If you want to work ahead, soak the challah slices in the custard mixture the night before, storing everything in the fridge, then add a few extra minutes onto the cooking time to make sure the centers are cooked through.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     breakfast, brunch, breads

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (or use more milk)
4 large eggs plus 2 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (optional)
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Pinch of salt
1 loaf challah bread (about 1 pound), cut into 1 1/4-inch slices
4 to 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Maple syrup
Cherry or other jam
Whipped mascarpone or crème fraîche
Berries
Sliced bananas
Chopped pineapple chunks
Mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs and egg yolks, vanilla, lemon zest (if using), 1/2 teaspoon cardamom and salt.
  • Arrange challah slices in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour custard on top, and let sit at room temperature, uncovered, for 30 minutes, so the bread can absorb the custard, carefully flipping bread slices halfway through.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon and remaining 1/4 teaspoon cardamom. Set aside.
  • Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium, then add 2 tablespoons butter and let it melt. Place 2 to 3 pieces soaked challah in skillet, making sure to not crowd the pan. Cook until golden on bottom, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle a little of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of each slice, then flip and cook until bottom is glazed and browned, another 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to serving plates, glazed-side up. Repeat with remaining butter, challah and cinnamon sugar. Serve warm, with your choice of toppings.

CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 27m

Yield 8 large slices

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 extra-large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half or milk
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon good honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large loaf challah or brioche bread
Unsalted butter
Vegetable oil
Pure maple syrup
Good raspberry preserves (optional)
Sifted confectioners' sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • In a large shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, orange zest, vanilla, honey, and salt. Slice the challah in 3/4-inch thick slices. Soak as many slices in the egg mixture as possible for 5 minutes, turning once.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a very large saute pan over medium heat. Add the soaked bread and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until nicely browned. Place the cooked French toast on a sheet pan and keep it warm in the oven. Fry the remaining soaked bread slices, adding butter and oil as needed, until it's all cooked. Serve hot with maple syrup, raspberry preserves, and/or confectioners' sugar.

CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST



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This French toast is very good due to the light texture of challah bread.

Provided by Joy

Categories     French Toast

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 (1/2 inch) slices challah bread
2 tablespoons butter, or as needed

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs in a bowl until fluffy, then add milk. Whisk in sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract and transfer mixture to a shallow bowl.
  • Soak challah slices in the bowl in batches for 3 minutes on each side.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook challah slices in batches until browned, about 3 minutes. Turn and continue to brown on the other side, about 2 more minutes. Add more butter if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 249.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

BAKED CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST



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French toast done a little differently. Today we are going to prep the night before and have it ready in the morning for French toast. This is a nice sweet American breakfast or French dessert during a get-together. Either way, kids love it. Serve warm with powdered sugar and maple syrup and a tall glass of orange juice and enjoy!

Provided by Corey Field

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

butter for greasing
1 ½ loaves challah, cut into 1-inch pieces
¾ cup white sugar, divided
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste
3 cups milk
8 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into 10 pieces

Steps:

  • Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place challah in the dish.
  • Mix 1/4 cup sugar with cinnamon; set aside.
  • Mix milk, eggs, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla, and salt together in a bowl. Pour over bread and place butter pieces on top. Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar over the top. Cover with foil and place in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake French toast, uncovered, in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.7 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Cholesterol 223.8 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 979.7 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

CINNAMON AND VANILLA CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST



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Make and share this Cinnamon and Vanilla Challah French Toast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large eggs
3 cups low-fat milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
12 slices day-old challah, cut diagonally and 1 inch thick
unsalted butter
safflower oil or canola oil
cinnamon sugar or confectioners' sugar
jam or honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F.
  • Beat the eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt together in a large bowl until cream-colored. Pour into a shallow dish. Dip the bread in the mixture, one slice at a time, until soaked.
  • Sweep a stick of butter around the inside of a hot oiled skillet. Fry the bread in batches over medium heat until golden brown, turning once, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove to a baking sheet in the oven to keep warm until all the slices are cooked. Serve sprinkled with cinnamon sugar and syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 232.9, Sodium 480.2, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8.1, Protein 18

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Fresh eggs, good butter, and quality bread will make a big difference in the taste of your French toast.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the French toast. This will make it difficult for the bread to cook evenly.
  • Cook the French toast over medium heat. This will help to prevent it from burning.
  • Flip the French toast only once. This will help to prevent it from breaking.
  • Serve the French toast immediately with your favorite toppings. This will help to ensure that it is crispy and delicious.

Conclusion:

Challah French toast with cinnamon sugar glaze is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It is perfect for special occasions or for a lazy weekend morning. By following the tips above, you can make perfect French toast that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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