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First Watch Floridian French Toast topped with fresh fruit, powdered sugar, and syrup on a white plate

First Watch Floridian French Toast Recipe

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

First Watch Floridian French Toast Recipe made with brioche bread, eggs, orange juice, and warm spices for a sweet citrus brunch classic. Easy homemade version of the restaurant favorite.

Ingredients 

  • 8 slices brioche bread, or challah bread
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter, more for skillet
  • Maple syrup, for serving
  • Powdered sugar, for topping (optional)
  • Fresh berries or banana slices, optional

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk 4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon until smooth.
  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Dip each slice of 8 slices brioche bread into the custard mixture, coating both sides quickly.
  • Place soaked bread onto hot skillet and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Add more butter as needed between batches for even browning.
  • Serve warm with Maple syrup, Powdered sugar, and Fresh berries or banana slices.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Mixing Bowl

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 17gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 328mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1213IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 153mgIron: 2mg