Description
Indulge in this decadent Red Velvet French Toast, a vibrant twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Thick-cut brioche or challah bread is soaked in a luscious mixture of eggs, cocoa, cinnamon, and red food coloring, then pan-cooked to a golden perfection. Topped with a creamy, sweet cream cheese drizzle and served alongside maple syrup or whipped cream, this quick 20-minute recipe serves two with irresistible flavor and a festive look perfect for any special morning.
Ingredients
Scale
For the French Toast
- 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
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for cooking)
For the Cream Cheese Drizzle
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
For Serving
- Maple syrup or whipped cream
- Fresh berries (optional)
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 the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Heat the cooking surface: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of unsalted butter to grease the surface, ensuring it melts and coats evenly to prevent sticking.
- Dip the bread slices: Submerge each slice of brioche or challah bread into the prepared egg mixture, making sure both sides are thoroughly coated but not overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Immediately transfer the dipped bread to the preheated skillet. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until the surface is golden brown and the toast is cooked through. Add more butter to the skillet as needed when cooking remaining slices.
- Make the cream cheese drizzle: In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and drizzleable, adjusting the consistency with extra cream if necessary.
- Serve: Plate the warm French toast slices, generously drizzle with the cream cheese glaze, and top with maple syrup or whipped cream as desired. Garnish with fresh berries for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use thick-cut brioche or challah for the best texture and richness.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to create a smooth drizzle without lumps.
- Adjust red food coloring amount to achieve your preferred shade of red.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or espresso powder to the egg mixture.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture, as French toast tends to get soggy if left too long.
