Crunchy French Toast – The Ultimate Breakfast Upgrade!

What if your French toast had the perfect golden crunch on the outside and stayed soft and fluffy on the inside? This Crunchy French Toast is exactly that—a game-changer for breakfast lovers! The secret? A crispy cereal coating that gives every bite the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness. It’s easy, quick, and ridiculously good—whether you’re making a special weekend brunch or just want to shake up your morning routine. Once you try it, you’ll never go back to plain French toast again!

Crunchy French Toast

This Crunchy French Toast is a delicious twist on a classic breakfast favorite! Coated with a crispy cereal crust, it's the perfect balance of soft and crunchy, making it an irresistible treat for the whole family.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crunchy French Toast

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 188kcal

Ingredients

4 large eggs
⅔ cup milk
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 thick slices of bread (such as Texas Toast)
2 heaping cups of crispy rice cereal or crushed cornflakes

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare:

Preheat a griddle to 350°F or heat a skillet over medium heat.
Pour the crushed cereal into a shallow dish.

Make the Batter:

In a separate shallow dish or blender, combine eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
If whisking by hand, a few lumps from the flour are okay.

Coat the Bread:

Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
Press the bread into the crushed cereal, flipping to evenly coat both sides.

Cook the Toast:

Melt a small amount of butter or grease the skillet/griddle with cooking spray.
Place coated bread slices on the hot surface and cook for a few minutes until golden brown.
Flip and cook the other side until crisp and golden.

Serve & Enjoy:

Serve warm with your favorite syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar!

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