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Crunchy Cereal French Toast

Crunchy Cereal French Toast: Elevate Your Breakfast Game

This Crunchy Cereal French Toast transforms a classic breakfast into a delightful dish with a unique crunch, perfect for any morning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 slices Thick Bread Use brioche, challah, baguette, or any thick, sturdy bread
  • 1 large Egg Acts as the binding agent
  • 3 tbsp Milk Can substitute with oat or almond milk
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Can replace with honey or agave syrup
  • 1 tbsp Flour Opt for gluten-free flour if desired
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional for flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used instead
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Cereal of Choice Lightly crushed for coating
For Serving
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil or cooking oil
  • 1 cup Mixed Berries Any seasonal fruit is great
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar For garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Whisk
  • Shallow dish
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg, milk, sugar, flour, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Lightly crush the cereal in a zip-top bag or with a rolling pin and pour it into a shallow dish.
  3. Slice the thick bread into generous pieces, then dunk each slice into the prepared batter and coat in crushed cereal.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter, and once melted, place the coated bread slices in the skillet. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve warm topped with mixed berries, powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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