Easy Eggnog French Toast {Best}

Quick and easy eggnog french toast recipe, made with simple ingredients. This is the best Christmas breakfast and it is also a great way to use up leftover eggnog.

We make this every Christmas morning and both, kids and adults love it. It's very simple to make. If you are crazy about eggnog like me, you really need to make these Eggnog Cookies (Soft and Chewy) and this Eggnog Cheesecake (No Bake). Also, if you my leftover Eggnog Latte, you can even use that in this delicious recipe.

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• Key ingredients
• Variations
• How do you make eggnog french toast?
• Tips and techniques
• Recipe FAQs
• Storage
• More easy breakfast recipes
• Recipe

Key ingredients

• Eggnog- Use your favorite brand.
• Eggs- You need 5 large ones.
• Rum extract- Gives that iconic flavor while still kid-friendly.
• Nutmeg powder- Brings in that warm, classic aroma.
• Toast or french bread- Uses about 12 slices.
• Syrup- To drizzle on top.
• Butter- Use full fat for best results.

Variations

• For a sweet and salty flavor combination- Top it off with crispy bacon bits.
• Overnight french toast casserole/baked version- Use thick slices of challah bread and 8 eggs, then double the rest of the ingredients. Additionally, pour in ½ cup whole or 2% milk. To make, combine eggs, eggnog, milk, rum extract, and nutmeg. Pour this over a buttered baking dish (Dimensions: 9x13), lined with slices of challah bread. Cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. In the morning, bake at 350 degrees for 45- 50 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle powdered sugar and nutmeg on top, prior to serving with maple syrup.
• Waffle version- Use your favorite waffle recipe and replace milk with the same quantity of eggnog and add ½ teaspoon rum extract and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg. My family and friends love this just as much as these Lemon Blueberry Waffles (Fresh or Frozen). For an elevated presentation that would be suitable for a brunch event, turn the waffles into a showstopper Waffle Cake.
• Make pancakes- Use your favorite pancake recipe and replace milk with the same quantity of eggnog and add ½ teaspoon rum extract and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
• Add pumpkin puree- During the Fall season for a little more warmth.
• Slice it up into sticks- For a fun version that is great for kids.

How do you make eggnog french toast?

1. Combine together- Eggs, eggnog, milk, rum extract, and nutmeg.
2. Dip slices- Of bread in this mixture.
3. Cook on a griddle- Or a nonstick pan until golden brown on both sides.
4. Top off with butter- And syrup then enjoy.

Tips and techniques

• Use thick slices of bread- Like french bread, brioche, or challah because they absorb the eggnog mixture well without becoming "mushy."
• The amount of nutmeg and rum extract can be adjusted- Based on your preference.
• If you don't have a griddle- Make these in a nonstick pan on stovetop.
• Other topping options: Butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon or nutmeg, whipped cream, fresh berries, cranberry sauce, or even Sugared Cranberries.
• Recipe can easily be doubled- To serve a bigger crowd.
• Use room temperature ingredients- Because this helps everything mix together more smoothly.

Recipe FAQs

Storage

• Make ahead- You can prepare this beforehand and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in the microwave, but fresh is best.
• Room temperature- This can easily stay out in a covered container for 1-2 hours.
• Refrigerate- In a sealed container for 2 days but truly tastes best when served fresh.
• Freeze- This is not recommended because it doesn't taste as great upon thawing.

More easy breakfast recipes

• Easy Cinnamon French Toast
• Homemade French Toast Sticks
• Homemade Granola (And Yogurt Toppings)
• Healthy Breakfast Cookies
• Fluffy Cinnamon Pancakes

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