Description
Indulge in a delightful twist on classic French toast with this Red Velvet French Toast recipe. Thick-cut brioche or challah bread slices are soaked in a rich, cocoa-infused egg mixture with a hint of cinnamon and vibrant red food coloring. Pan-cooked to golden perfection, these slices are topped with a luscious cream cheese drizzle and served with maple syrup or whipped cream for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Egg Mixture
- 4 slices thick-cut brioche or challah bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for cooking)
Cream Cheese Drizzle
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
For Serving
- Maple syrup or whipped cream
- Optional: Fresh berries
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, red food coloring, ground cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of unsalted butter to grease the cooking surface evenly.
- Dip the bread: Submerge each slice of thick-cut brioche or challah bread into the prepared egg mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated to absorb the flavors well.
- Cook the French toast: Immediately transfer the coated bread slices to the heated skillet. Cook each slice for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the exterior is golden brown and the inside is cooked through. Add more butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
- Make the cream cheese drizzle: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and pourable. Adjust the cream quantity if necessary to achieve desired drizzle consistency.
- Serve and garnish: Plate the warm French toast, generously drizzle with the cream cheese glaze, and top with maple syrup or whipped cream. For added freshness and color, garnish with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Use thick-cut brioche or challah bread for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust red food coloring to your preferred shade of red.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk, butter, cream cheese, and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
- The cream cheese drizzle can be made ahead and refrigerated; whisk again before serving.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
