This was exceptional French toast. The outside browned perfectly while the inside was moist and custard-like. The orange flavor from the Grand Marnier and fresh orange juice is ever-apparent, but understated enough that toppings like maple syrup can still be a major player in the overall flavor. I wouldn't change a thing about this recipe. This one is a winner. (This recipe was tested and photographed in June 2014.)





How To Make Grand Marnier French Toast

Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.

In a large shallow baking dish, whisk together eggs, orange juice, milk, liqueur, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add 4 bread slices and soak 2 minutes. Turn slices over and soak 2 minutes more. Transfer soaked bread slices to a plate and repeat procedure with remaining 4 bread slices.

In a large heavy skillet or griddle, heat 1 1/2 T. butter over medium heat until foam subsides; cook half of coated bread slices until golden, about 3 minutes on each side.

Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Cook remaining bread slices in same manner.

Dust French toast with powdered sugar and serve with warm maple syrup.





* I used day-old Irish Soda Bread with raisins for the Grand Marnier French Toast seen here. It's a great bread to use for French toast recipes.






A combination of orange-flavored liqueur and orange juice gives this French toast a fresh, sophisticated citrus flavor.

Mr Breakfast would like to thank Mr Breakfast for this recipe.

Overall Average Rating = 4 (out of 5)

Based on 3 votes.

From lochnessme (Team Breakfast Member)

Rating (out of 5):

Wasn't too keen on this. I used brioche and it got really soggy. I like the Grand Marnier flavor but the milk and orange juice curdles and doesn't taste quite right.

Comment submitted: 2/25/2017 (#20211)



From The Griff (Team Breakfast Member)

Rating (out of 5):

Too many to count are the kudos I have received for my "culinary" skills every time I make this recipe. I have a hard time sharing it, but I do... I have, out of necessity, made it without the Grand Marnier, replaced with the same amount of OJ, still very tasty. If you use a loaf of day old French bread, sliced (a little shy of an inch) the night before, I would double the recipe. I've been caught short twice, never again.

Comment submitted: 12/26/2015 (#19716)



From Johnny

Rating (out of 5):

I like your Garnier French Toast a lot. I served it to my loved one a morning we were in Cabo. She loved it so much! Thanks for the recipe!

Comment submitted: 3/12/2007 (#1794)

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