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Croissant French Toast

When you have leftover or stale croissants, don't throw them away, make a yummy dessert with them or Croissant French Toast which is perfect for weekend breakfast or brunch. I served mine with blueberry compote and vanilla yogurt, but feel free to add one of your favourite sauces and toppings such custard, crème fraîche, whipped cream, fruit compote, fresh fruits, honey, maple syrup and so on.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: French
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 croissants stale
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup of full fat milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon optional
  • 1 knob of butter
  • To serve: custard crème

Method
 

  1. Cut the croissants in half lengthwise. If I they are still soft inside, put them on a plate and let them dry out a bit more (overnight if necessary).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, milk, vanilla and cinnamon (if used).
  3. Dunk each croissant half into the mixture so that it's fully coated. Set them aside on a plate.
  4. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over low heat, then melt the butter.
  5. Add the croissant halves, cut side facing downwards, then increase the heat slightly to medium.
  6. After 3 minutes or so they should be golden brown, so flip them over and cook for another 2 minutes or so on the other side.
  7. Remove from the pan and serve the a top and bottom pieces with your chosen toppings and sauces.