Lorena Garcia's Baked Crispy French Toast Recipe

Indulge in Chef Lorena Garcia's healthier twist on classic French toast! This baked version features juicy strawberries, creamy yogurt, and a crunchy cornflake crust. Compared to traditional recipes, it boasts a remarkable 19% reduction in calories, 25% less carbs, and a whopping 64% less sugar! Get ready for a guilt-free breakfast or brunch sensation that's both delicious and surprisingly light.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 265.4 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Lorena Garcia's Baked Crispy French Toast

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How to Make Lorena Garcia's Baked Crispy French Toast

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 cup milk, ½ cup half-and-half, 2 tablespoons Splenda granular, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until Splenda dissolves completely.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, lightly crush 1 cup of cornflake cereal.
  4. Crack 2 large eggs into the milk mixture and whisk until well blended.
  5. Dip 6 slices of bread (challah or brioche recommended) into the milk mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
  6. Dredge each bread slice in the crushed cornflakes, pressing gently to adhere.
  7. Arrange the coated bread slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Baking time may vary depending on your oven and bread thickness.
  9. While the French toast bakes, prepare your plates: Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on each of 6 plates.
  10. Once baked, carefully arrange 2 French toast triangles on each prepared plate.
  11. Surround the French toast with fresh strawberries (about ½ cup per plate).
  12. Top each serving with a small scoop (about ¼ cup) of vanilla yogurt.
  13. Sprinkle with an additional pinch of cinnamon.
  14. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g

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