Homemade French toast pancakes recipe

 

Pancake French Toast Recipe

French Toast Pancakes are a delicious combination of two classic breakfast dishes: French toast and pancakes. They have the fluffy texture of pancakes with the custardy flavor of French toast, making them a perfect treat for any breakfast or brunch occasion.

Check out the French toast recipe with pancake mix that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 4 slices of bread
• Butter, for cooking
• Powdered sugar, syrup, and berries for serving

Instructions:

1. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

2. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg before adding milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (it's okay if there are still some lumps).

4. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt a small pat of butter.

5. Dip one slice of bread into the pancake batter, coating it on both sides.

6. Place the coated bread onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

7. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

8. Serve the French toast pancakes hot with powdered sugar, syrup, and berries.

Enjoy your delicious French toast pancake recipe.

French Toast Pancakes History

The origins of French toast can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was known as "pain perdu" (meaning "lost bread"). The dish was created to salvage stale bread by soaking it in milk and eggs before cooking it. The French adopted the recipe in the 17th century and called it "pain doré" (meaning "golden bread") or "French toast."

Pancakes, on the other hand, have been enjoyed since ancient times. It is believed that the ancient Greeks and Romans made a similar dish by mixing flour, eggs, milk, and honey. Pancakes are a popular breakfast food worldwide, with many variations depending on the region.

The combination of French toast and pancakes is a relatively new creation, thought to have originated in North America. While there isn't a clear record of who first combined the two dishes, French Toast Pancakes have become a popular breakfast item at restaurants and cafes across the globe.

In terms of taste, French Toast Pancakes usually have a sweet, custardy flavor with a slightly crispy exterior and fluffy interior. Adding maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries makes for a delicious and indulgent breakfast treat.

 

 

French Toast Cupcake Recipe

 

Here's a recipe for French toast cupcakes that you might enjoy:

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup milk

1 tablespoon maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the French toast Topping:

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

• 350 °F (175 °C) is the recommended oven temperature.
• Put cupcake liners in a muffin pan and set it aside.
• Combine the salt, baking powder, and flour in a larger bowl.
• In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat the eggs thoroughly after each addition, one at a time. 
• Add the vanilla extract and stir.
• As you gradually incorporate the dry components into the wet mixture, alternately add milk.
• Stir in the maple syrup and ground cinnamon.
• Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the cupcakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• While baking the cupcakes, make the French toast topping by combining the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
• After baking the cupcakes, remove them from the oven and brush the French toast topping mixture on top.
• Let the cupcakes cool completely before serving.

Enjoy your delicious French toast cupcakes!

 

French Toast Loaf Recipe

 

Here's a recipe for a French Toast Loaf that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of day-old bread (preferably brioche or challah), sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
• 6 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• Powdered sugar (optional)
• Maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Spray cooking oil in a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
• Arrange the bread slices in the prepared loaf pan, filling any gaps as needed.
• Stir the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla essence, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a big bowl.
• Making sure the bread slices are evenly coated, pour the egg mixture over them.
• Give the bread about 10 minutes to absorb the egg mixture.
• Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the bread slices.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes until the French toast is golden brown and set in the middle.
• Before cutting and serving, let the cake cool for a few minutes.
• Serve hot with powdered sugar and maple syrup, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious French Toast Loaf!

 

 

Recipes using Frozen French Toast Sticks

 

Here are three recipes you can try using frozen French toast sticks:

French toast Stick Casserole:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.Use cooking spray to grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Cut the frozen French toast sticks into cubes and place them in the prepared baking dish.
• Whisk together 4 eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract in a bowl.
• Pour the egg mixture over the French toast cubes, ensuring they are evenly coated.
• Sprinkle the top with cinnamon sugar.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is set and lightly browned on top.

Serve warm with maple syrup.

French Toast Stick Kabobs:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Thread 3-4 frozen French toast sticks onto wooden skewers soaked in water for 10 minutes.
• Place the skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Brush each skewer with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the French toast sticks are crispy and golden brown.

Serve hot with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

French Toast Stick Breakfast Sandwich:

• Cook 2 slices of bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, cook 2-3 frozen French toast sticks until golden brown on both sides.
• Add some mayonnaise on one side of the French toast sticks and ketchup on the other.
• Top one of the French toast sticks with a slice of cheddar cheese and place it under the broiler until it is melted.
• Remove from the broiler and top with the cooked bacon and a fried egg.
• Top with the remaining French toast stick and serve hot.

Enjoy these delicious recipes using frozen French toast sticks!

 

 

Original Pancake House French Toast Recipe

 

 

Here is a recipe for French toast from The Original Pancake House:

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 8 slices of day-old white bread
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• Powdered sugar (optional)
• Maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

• Set a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat.
• Whisk together the eggs, cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a shallow bowl.
• Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
• Melt the butter on the griddle or skillet.
• Place the coated bread slices onto the griddle or skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
• Repeat with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter as needed.
• Serve hot with powdered sugar and maple syrup, if desired.

Enjoy your homemade French toast pancakes recipe.

Please read also the Delicious French Toast Cookie Recipe.