Torradas Francesas Crujientes

Ingredientes

• 4 eggs
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons orange zest (optional)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• Pinch salt
• 4 cups cornflakes cereal (coarsely crushed*)
• 10 slices French bread
• butter (for cooking)
• powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, etc. ( for serving)

Preparación

1. 1

   Heat a griddle to 350°F, or heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, orange zest (if using), cinnamon and salt. Place crushed cornflakes in a separate shallow bowl.

3. 3

   Melt and brush butter on heated griddle or in heated skillet. Dip both sides of each slice of French bread in egg mixture, then dip and coat thoroughly with cornflakes. Transfer to griddle or skillet; cook on each side 3 to 4 minutes, in batches as needed, until cornflakes are lightly browned and French toast is cooked through.

4. 4

   Serve with powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, etc.