Peppermint French Toast

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

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings 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.

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