Challah French Toast
Challah French Toast is a delightful twist on the traditional breakfast dish, featuring sweet and rich challah bread, perfect for special occasions or leisurely weekends.
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 4 slices Challah bread Use day-old for better soaking
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk Whole or your choice of milk
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Orange zest For added flavor
- 2 tbsp Butter For cooking
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon Optional, for extra flavor
- as needed optional Powdered sugar For serving
- as needed optional Maple syrup For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, honey, and orange zest.
- Slice the challah bread into thick slices.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak briefly.
Cooking
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the soaked bread slices until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serving
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and maple syrup, if desired.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm with fresh fruit like berries or bananas. You can experiment with toppings like whipped cream, chocolate chips, or nuts.