🥐 Croissant French Toast with Orange Zest & Berries 🍊

A plate of pancakes topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries sits on a rustic wooden table next to a dark blue napkin and silver cutlery.

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🥐 Croissant French Toast with Orange Zest & Berries 🍊

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This Croissant French Toast is a buttery twist on the classic breakfast. With hints of cinnamon and orange zest, it’s perfect for brunch and pairs beautifully with berries, whipped cream, and maple syrup.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: American, French

Calories: 395

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

For the Batter:

2 large eggs
¾ cup whole milk or heavy cream
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
Zest of 1 orange (plus extra for garnish)
1 pinch of salt

For the French Toast:

4 round croissants (preferably a day old), sliced in half
2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)

Optional Garnishes:

1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries)
½ cup whipped cream or crème fraîche
Maple syrup, for drizzling
Additional orange zest

Method

Prepare the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk (or cream), sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, orange zest, and salt until smooth.
Slice & Soak the Croissants: Slice croissants in half horizontally. Dip each half into the egg mixture for 15–20 seconds per side, making sure they’re coated but not soggy.
Cook the French Toast: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt 1 tbsp butter, then place croissants cut side down. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Add more butter for the remaining croissants.
Assemble & Garnish: Place two croissant halves on each plate. Top with maple syrup, whipped cream or crème fraîche, extra orange zest, and berries if using.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 9gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 146mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 202mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 862IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 2mg

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