Eggnog French Toast for a Cozy Winter Breakfast

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Make Eggnog French Toast for a delicious twist on a Classic Recipe! It is rich, creamy, and full of warm holiday flavor. This French Toast Recipe is the perfect breakfast for Christmas morning or cozy winter weekends.

Two slices of golden Eggnog French Toast topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, served on a white plate with holiday decorations and a red-and-white towel nearby.

Eggnog is a staple holiday drink and look forward to every year but it is not just for sipping. Adding it to French toast makes the most indulgent holiday breakfast. It’s warm, cozy, and tastes like Christmas in every bite. You may even love to add it to Eggnog Waffles, Eggnog Milkshake Recipe, Eggnog Cinnamon Rolls and these Recipes With Eggnog with your leftover eggnog.

The sweet eggnog custard gives the bread that perfect golden brown crust and creamy center. It’s good for a quiet weekend breakfast as it is for a festive brunch with family. Add a side of Air Fryer Bacon and Fruit Salad Recipe for a complete breakfast idea that the whole family will love.

A cutting board with sliced bread, surrounded by a bowl of eggs, a glass of eggnog mixture for Eggnog French Toast, and two small dishes of spices on a white tiled surface.

Ingredients

Bread – Thick bread like brioche
Eggs – Binds the ingredients
Eggnog – You can use store-bought eggnog or make Homemade Eggnog Recipe
Cinnamon and Nutmeg – Adds warm flavor. For the holiday season add in pumpkin pie spice for a festive twist

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How to Make Eggnog French Toast

Step 1 – Preheat griddle or skillet to medium heat.

A nonstick pan on a countertop with a towel, next to slices of bread, eggs, a bowl of custard for Eggnog French Toast, and small dishes of cinnamon and nutmeg, all ready for cooking.

Step 2 – In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until everything is combined and the mixture appears creamy.

A glass mixing bowl with eggs, cream, and spices for Eggnog French Toast sits on a countertop, surrounded by a red and white striped towel, bread slices, eggshells, and small bowls of sugar and milk.

A glass bowl filled with a whisked Eggnog French Toast mixture sits on a marble countertop next to a white and red striped towel. Above it, several slices of bread are arranged on a white cutting board.

Step 3 – Dunk pieces of bread or two in the egg mixture, soaking each side for about 1 minute in a shallow dish.

A slice of bread soaking in an eggnog French toast mixture in a glass bowl, with another slice on a cutting board nearby. A kitchen towel and tongs rest on the white marble countertop.

A slice of bread soaking in a spiced egg mixture for Eggnog French Toast rests in a glass bowl. Nearby, tongs, a red and white kitchen towel, and an extra slice of bread sit on a cutting board.

Step 4 – Place soaked bread on a large pan or griddle over medium heat.

A frying pan with two slices of Eggnog French Toast being toasted sits on a white tiled surface next to a red and white kitchen towel and a black spatula.

A frying pan on a stovetop contains two pieces of Eggnog French Toast being toasted. A red and white kitchen towel and a spatula are next to the pan on a herringbone-patterned counter.

Step 5 – Cook, flipping half-way through until golden on each side. Repeat until all bread has been cooked.

A rectangular white platter holds six slices of golden brown Eggnog French Toast. Nearby are fresh cranberries, whipped cream, a glass of eggnog, maple syrup, forks, and festive red berries on a white patterned tablecloth.

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Eggnog French Toast

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings 4

Cuisine American

Course Breakfast

Calories 306

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat griddle or skillet to medium heat.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until everything is combined and the mixture appears creamy.
Dunk a bread slice or two in the egg mixture, soaking each side for about 1 minute.
Place soaked bread on a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook, flipping half-way through until golden on each side. Repeat until all bread has been cooked.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories 306kcal, Carbohydrates 33g, Protein 17g, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 0.04g, Cholesterol 283mg, Sodium 393mg, Potassium 277mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 9g, Vitamin A 489IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 192mg, Iron 3mg

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Recipe Tips

Make Ahead – You can easily make the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge.
Keep Warm – Place cooked slices on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.
Serving – French Toast is best served warm topped with ghee, melted butter, maple syrup, and Whipped Cream.

FAQ’s

What Kind of Bread works Best?

Brioche, challah, French Bread or Texas Toast—something thick-cut and slightly stale make the best bread.

Can I Make this without Eggnog?

Yes! Substitute milk and add in vanilla extract and cinnamon. You may like this classic French Toast Recipe.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to serve.

Can I Freeze French Toast?

Absolutely! Wrap the French Toast individually with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze up to 2 months in a freezer safe container. Thaw in the fridge.