Panettone French Toast Recipe

Indulge in a luxurious breakfast or brunch with this incredible Panettone French Toast recipe! Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis, this easy yet elegant dish transforms leftover panettone into a sweet and satisfying treat. Perfectly soaked in a creamy custard and topped with a warm cinnamon syrup and mascarpone cheese, it's the perfect way to elevate your weekend morning. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 416.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.9 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Panettone French Toast

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How to Make Panettone French Toast

  1. **Make the Cinnamon Syrup:** Combine 1 cup water and 1 cup packed light brown sugar in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium-low and boil until the syrup reduces to 1 cup (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and whisk in 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Keep warm.
  2. **Prepare the Panettone:** Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Trim the bottom crust of the panettone. Cut the panettone crosswise into 6 even slices, starting from the bottom.
  3. **Make the Custard:** In a large bowl, whisk 3 large eggs until light and frothy. Add 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup whole milk, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; whisk until well combined.
  4. **Cook the French Toast:** Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Dip 3 slices of panettone into the custard, ensuring both sides are coated. Grill for approximately 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and firm. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
  5. **Repeat:** Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the griddle. Repeat steps 4 with the remaining panettone slices and custard.
  6. **Assemble and Serve:** Transfer the French toast to plates. Top each slice with a dollop of mascarpone cheese. Lightly dust with powdered sugar. Drizzle generously with the warm cinnamon syrup and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

182g

Fat

62g

Carbs

15g