Best 8 Swiss French Toast Fotzel Recipes

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Swiss French toast fotzel, also known as Fotzelschnitten or arme Ritter, is a delectable Swiss dish that combines the flavors of classic French toast with a delightful twist. This comforting and versatile dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a dessert. With a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, Swiss French toast fotzel is a delightful treat that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRENCH TOAST I



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There are many, fancy variations on this basic recipe. This recipe works with many types of bread - white, whole wheat, cinnamon-raisin, Italian or French. Serve hot with butter or margarine and maple syrup.

Provided by Jan Bittner

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 thick slices bread
2 eggs
⅔ cup milk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Beat together egg, milk, salt, desired spices and vanilla.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Dunk each slice of bread in egg mixture, soaking both sides. Place in pan, and cook on both sides until golden. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 128.3 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 477.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

LANCE'S OWN FRENCH TOAST



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When my young son, Lance, helps me make this French toast, he knows in what order to add the ingredients and even how much to measure out. This dish is perfect for the whole family! -Janna Steele, Magee, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 slices whole wheat bread
Optional: Cinnamon sugar or vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, honey, cinnamon and pepper. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture. Cook on a greased hot griddle 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown., If desired, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar or frost with vanilla icing. Freeze option: Cool French toast on wire racks. Freeze between layers of waxed paper in a resealable freezer container. To use, reheat French toast in a toaster oven on medium setting. Or, microwave each French toast on high for 30-60 seconds or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ULTIMATE FRENCH TOAST



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This is a good, old-fashioned way of making delicious French toast. To add a little pizzazz to it, sprinkle on some cinnamon after dipping the bread into the batter. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup.

Provided by Sevanna

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 slices bread

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, milk and cinnamon; beat well. Dip bread into egg mixture until completely coated.
  • Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Cook bread slices until they are golden brown on both sides. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 186.6 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 413.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

THE BEST FRENCH TOAST



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There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe. The caramelized exterior meets a soft, custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! -Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick)
Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the first 7 ingredients. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat., Dip bread in egg mixture, letting it soak 5 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle until golden brown on both sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 263mg cholesterol, Sodium 786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SWISS FRENCH TOAST - FOTZEL



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Nobody really knows how this dish got its name. Literally, "fotzel" means a torn-off scrap of paper, in this instance bread is used. Swiss grandmothers used to take stale bread to make fotzel slices, which made it an ideal recipe for homemakers accustomed to never throwing bread away. This recipe was taken from a swiss web site and posted for use in ZWT - 7 World tour of Switzerland.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 -5 apples, large, peeled and cored
1/3 cup water, cold
2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
2 -3 tablespoons maple syrup (to taste)
3 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon (more or less your preference)
12 slices bread (stale bread, your choice)
3 tablespoons milk (sprinkling)
1/3 cup milk
3 eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
9 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Step 1, for the apple puree, peel and core the apples and cut into slices.
  • Cook the apple in the water until soft, then mash until smooth.
  • Next add the lemon juice and maple syrup to taste.
  • Step 2, sprinkle the 3 tbsps of milk over the bread and set aside.
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon together and also set aside until needed for garnish.
  • Stir the eggs in a bowl and mix in the rest of the milk, add a pinch of salt.
  • Heat butter in a pan and keep warm.
  • Lay the bread slices in the egg and milk mixture to soften them, then transfer them to the heated pan.
  • Fry on both sides until they are golden brown, remove from pan and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon to taste.
  • Serve apple puree on the side for those who enjoy it.

SAVORY FRENCH TOAST WITH SWISS CHARD AND EGGS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes
1 large bunch Swiss chard, chopped (leaves and stems separated)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
7 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
4 1-inch-thick slices brioche
4 slices Jarlsberg or gruyere cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup hot honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200˚ F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, tomatoes and chard stems and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chard leaves and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to an ovenproof dish and keep warm in the oven. Wipe out the skillet and return to the stovetop.
  • Whisk 3 eggs, the milk, sage, 1 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a baking dish. Lay the bread in the dish, flipping the slices once or twice to fully soak. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Carefully lift the bread from the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Cook in the skillet until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet, top each with a slice of cheese and melt in the oven.
  • Wipe out the skillet and heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Crack in the remaining 4 eggs and cook until the whites are set, about 5 minutes. Divide the French toast among plates. Top each with the vegetables and a fried egg; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the hot honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Fat 31 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Cholesterol 352 milligrams, Sodium 899 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 24 grams

FRENCH TOAST FOR TWO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Treat yourself and your bestie to a breakfast favorite! Topped with a crunchy walnut streusel and mouth-watering maple syrup, this French toast recipe puts the fun in Sunday Funday.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Breakfast

Time 28m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup all purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, lightly packed
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
¼ cup walnuts, chopped
2 large eggs
¼ cup whole milk
¼ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, lightly packed
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon kosher salt
4 slices brioche bread, 3/4 in (2 cm)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Make the walnut streusel: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with a nonstick mat.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated and brown sugars, salt, and cinnamon. Work the butter into the dry ingredients with a fork until crumbly. Add the chopped walnuts and mix well.
  • Spread the streusel on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then crumble and let cool completely before using. The streusel will keep in an airtight container for 1 week.
  • Make the French toast: In a large baking dish, beat the eggs, then add the milk, cream, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt and whisk well to combine.
  • Add the bread in a single layer and press down gently into the custard. Let soak for 5 minutes, then flip and soak for another 10 minutes.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the foaming subsides, carefully transfer 2 slices of bread from the custard to the pan and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining butter and soaked bread.
  • Top the French toast with the walnut streusel and maple syrup.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 861 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 48 grams

FRENCH TOAST



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Eggy bread, pain perdu or French toast - this classic breakfast dish has plenty of names and just as many options for toppings. We like it with fresh berries

Provided by Elena Silcock

Categories     Breakfast, Brunch

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large eggs
80ml whole milk
40ml double cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
4 thick slices brioche
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp butter
icing sugar and fresh berries, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, vanilla and cinnamon. Lay the brioche slices in a single layer in a shallow dish and pour the egg mixture over them. Allow to soak for 2-3 mins, then carefully turn over and soak for 2 mins more.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil and butter in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat until foaming. Carefully lift 2 slices of the soaked brioche out of the dish and add to the frying pan. Fry for 3 mins on each side, until golden and crisp, then place on a wire rack over a baking tray in a warm oven while you repeat with the remaining slices.
  • Serve dusted in icing sugar and scattered with fresh berries, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use stale bread for the best results. Stale bread absorbs the egg mixture more evenly and results in a crispier toast.
  • If you don't have stale bread, you can toast fresh bread in the oven or toaster before making the French toast.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle for cooking the French toast. This will help to prevent the toast from sticking.
  • Cook the French toast over medium heat. This will help to ensure that the toast cooks evenly without burning.
  • Flip the French toast only once. Flipping the toast too often can make it tough.
  • Serve the French toast immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Swiss French toast, also known as Fotzel, is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. Whether you serve it with butter and syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream, Swiss French toast is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch recipe, give Swiss French toast a try!

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