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Barefoot Contessa's Challah French Toast Recipe

Recreate Ina Garten's romantic breakfast-for-dinner masterpiece! This recipe for Challah French Toast is inspired by her show, perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special evening. Fluffy challah bread soaks in a luscious custard, then sizzles to golden perfection in the pan. Pair it with Ina's other breakfast-for-dinner recipes (recipes #85443, #85449, and #85451) for a truly unforgettable meal. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 503.8 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.5 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barefoot Contessa's Challah French Toast

  • 1 Challah loaf, cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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How to Make Barefoot Contessa's Challah French Toast

  1. In a shallow dish large enough to hold three slices of challah bread side by side, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add the zest of 1 orange and 2 tablespoons of honey to the egg mixture.
  3. Gently place three slices of challah bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let soak for approximately 3 minutes per side.
  4. Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Carefully transfer the soaked challah slices to the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Add an additional 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet for each batch of French toast.
  7. If serving alongside other dishes, transfer the cooked French toast to a 200°F oven to keep warm while you finish preparing the rest of the meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

29g

Carbs

21g

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