FREE PRINTABLE RECIPE
Get the Printable Recipe PDF (Free)
Enter your email and we’ll send you the ingredients + step-by-step instructions as a clean PDF you can save to your phone.
- ✅ Printable PDF (ingredients + steps)
- ✅ Save it to your phone (no long scrolling)
- ✅ Includes cook time + servings
- ✅ Easy to follow
FAQ
Where’s the full recipe?
It’s delivered as a printable PDF so you can save it and cook without scrolling.
I didn’t get the email.
Check Spam/Promotions and search your inbox for your site name. Then click Confirm to receive the PDF.
french toast batter recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This elevated French toast recipe features a rich batter infused with saffron and orange blossom water, creating a tender, creamy interior and a golden, crispy crust. The unique flavor profile makes this simple breakfast feel luxurious enough for special occasions or brunch.
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices challah or brioche bread, day-old
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom water (for batter)
- 10–15 saffron threads, plus extra for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1–2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for cooking
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon orange blossom water (for drizzle)
- Zest of 1/2 large orange, finely grated
Instructions
- Infuse Saffron: Warm 2 tablespoons of whole milk gently. Add saffron threads and let steep for at least 10 minutes to release flavor and color.
- Prepare Batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, remaining whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, and the saffron-infused milk (including the threads). Stir in the fine sea salt until combined.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for several minutes. Add half of the unsalted butter and let it melt until it shimmers.
- Dip Bread: Quickly dip one slice of thick bread into the prepared batter, ensuring both sides are fully coated. Do not soak for more than 10 seconds per side to prevent sogginess.
- Cook French Toast: Place the dipped slice onto the preheated skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining slices, adding extra butter as needed between batches.
- Make Drizzle: While the toast cooks, gently warm the honey and 1/2 teaspoon orange blossom water together in a small saucepan over low heat until fluid and combined.
- Serve Immediately: Arrange the hot french toast on a plate, generously drizzle with the saffron honey mixture, and sprinkle with orange zest before serving.
Notes
Use day-old bread for the best results, as fresh bread may become soggy when dipped. To make ahead, store cooked slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg