Description
Indulge in these crispy pistachio-coated French toast sticks, perfect for brunch with a touch of sweetness and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices Thick-cut Bread (brioche or sourdough)
- 4 large Large Eggs
- 1 cup Full Cream Milk
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 pinch Sea Salt
- 1 cup Finely Chopped Pistachios (lightly toasted)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Maple Syrup
- 1 cup Whipped Cream
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for about 30 seconds per side.
- Coat with Pistachios: After soaking, press each slice in the finely chopped, lightly toasted pistachios for an even coating.
- Heat the Pan: Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Cook the Sticks: Place the coated bread sticks in the pan, cooking for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve Warm: Stack them on a plate and drizzle generously with maple syrup, topping with whipped cream and Greek yogurt.
Notes
Consider using day-old bread for the best absorption. You can also customize toppings with fresh berries or powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg