Description
French Toast Waffles combine the best of two breakfast favorites—crispy, golden waffles infused with the rich, custardy flavor of French toast. This easy and delicious brunch dish is perfect for beginners and takes just 20 minutes to make. Serve them warm with syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar for the ultimate morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah bread (thickly sliced)
- 1 cup milk (2% or any preferred variety)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Butter or non-stick spray (for greasing the waffle iron)
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Turn on your waffle iron and let it heat up to a medium-high setting. Lightly grease it with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- Slice the bread: Cut the challah bread into thick slices, about 1 inch thick. Using slightly stale bread works best, as it absorbs the custard mixture without becoming too soggy.
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sugar until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly frothy.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Allow the bread to soak for just a few seconds, then lift it out and let the excess drip off to avoid making the waffles too wet.
- Cook in the waffle iron: Place the soaked bread onto the hot waffle iron and close the lid. Let it cook for about 4-6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. If the waffle iron’s timer goes off but the waffles aren’t crispy yet, leave them in for an extra minute.
- Serve immediately: Transfer the cooked waffles to a wire rack to prevent sogginess. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- If using fresh bread, reduce the soaking time to prevent sogginess.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest to the custard mixture.
- To keep waffles warm while making multiple batches, place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven.
- Freeze leftovers by placing cooled waffles in an airtight freezer bag. Reheat in a toaster for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 216 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 174mg