French Toast with Orange Marmalade Whipped Cream

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A delicious French toast recipe using challah bread, topped with a unique orange marmalade whipped cream.

French Toast with Orange Marmalade Whipped Cream recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
35min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 2 slices of French toast with whipped cream)

French Toast

  • 8piece
    Challah Bread
  • 4piece
    Eggs, room temperature
  • 1cup
    Half and Half
  • 1/3cup
    Granulated Sugar
  • 1tsp
    Ground Cinnamon
  • piece
    Orange, zested
  • 1tsp
    Vanilla Extract
  • piece
    Almond Extract
  • 1pinch
    Salt
  • 3tbsp
    Butter
  • piece
    Maple Syrup, to taste

Orange Marmalade Whipped Cream

  • 1cup
    Heavy Cream
  • 1tbsp
    Granulated Sugar
  • piece
    Vanilla Extract
  • 2tbsp
    Orange Marmalade

How to make French Toast with Orange Marmalade Whipped Cream

Prepare French Toast

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

  2. Add the eggs to a blender, food processor, or a hand-held mixer and process for 30 seconds.

  3. Add the half & half, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, orange zest, and almond extract. Process for another 30 seconds.

  4. Pour the custard into a large baking dish, big enough for all bread slices. Lay the challah bread in the custard, spooning some of the custard over the top, and allow to soak for 8 minutes.

    Step 1.1: Pour the custard into a large baking dish, big enough for all bread slices
  5. Turn the bread slices, and soak for another 8 minutes.

  6. Heat a large skillet or a large griddle to medium heat. Melt butter evenly coating the skillet. Add the slices and fry 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Repeat until all bread slices are cooked.

    Step 1.1: Heat a large skillet or a large griddle to medium heat
  7. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes in the oven.

Prepare Orange Marmalade Whipped Cream

  1. Add the heavy cream to a large bowl and beat with a hand-held mixer until thick, about 3 minutes.

  2. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract and beat 2-3 more minutes until stiff peaks form. At this point, you should have whipped cream.

    Step 2.1: Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract and beat 2-3 more minutes until stiff peaks form
  3. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the orange marmalade a tablespoon at a time, tasting, and adding more as desired.

    Step 2.1: Using a rubber spatula, fold in the orange marmalade a tablespoon at a time, tasting, and adding more as desired

Serving

  1. Top French toast with marmalade whipped cream, maple syrup, and fresh fruit.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use room temperature eggs for a smoother custard.

  2. Ensure the bread is well-soaked for a rich flavor.

  3. Adjust the amount of orange marmalade in the whipped cream to your taste preference.

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My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...