Poached Orange French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Poached Orange French Toast Recipe
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 slices stale French bread
6 large eggs
1/4 cup Grand Marnier
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon powdered cinnamon sugar
4 tablespoons raspberry sorbet
1/2 cup whipped cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
438
Sugar
23g
Fat
20g
Poached Orange French Toast is a delicious breakfast dish that adds a bit of citrusy sweetness to the classic French Toast recipe. It is made by dipping sliced bread into a mixture of eggs, Grand Marnier, orange juice, milk, vanilla, nutmeg, orange rind, and granulated sugar. The addition of raspberry sorbet and whipped cream make it a decadent breakfast treat. The cinnamon sugar sprinkled over the top adds extra flavor and texture.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, Grand Marnier, orange juice, milk, vanilla, nutmeg, orange rind, and granulated sugar.
3.Dip bread slices into the mixture, making sure both sides are coated.
4.Lightly coat a skillet with non-stick cooking spray and place over medium heat. Cook bread slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5.Transfer bread slices to a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
6.Serve with raspberry sorbet and whipped cream. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before serving.

PROS

This dish is a twist on traditional French Toast and is full of bright citrus flavors.
It can be made with stale bread, making it a great use for leftover bread.

It is a delicious and satisfying breakfast dish.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest option, this dish does contain vitamin C from the orange juice and protein from the eggs. Taking care to choose whole grain bread can also add fiber to the dish, which can help with digestion.

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