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Peppermint French Toast

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Peppermint French Toast is fun, festive, and easy to make. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, this easy breakfast recipe is perfect for the holidays!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword christmas recipe, french toast, holiday recipe, peppermint french toast
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 256
Author Gayle

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1½ cups half-and-half
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 slices challah or Texas toast
  • Butter for skillet
  • Crushed candy canes, whipped cream, chocolate sauce for topping if desired

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk milk, half-and-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla, peppermint extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Dip bread into egg mixture and lightly press down to coat both sides. Let excess drip off before placing onto skillet.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Transfer bread to skillet and cook on each side for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown. Repeat with rest of bread slices.
  • Serve immediately with crushed candy canes, whipped cream, and/or chocolate sauce, if desired.

Notes

  • See my tips and tricks for making this Peppermint French Toast above the recipe box.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 319mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 374IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 2mg