Orange Croissant French Toast



Description:
This recipe is so easy to make in advance. Just keep them in the freezer until you need them. No need to defrost before baking. You can also fry them in a hot skillet with butter. Top with fresh berries and a sprinkle of powdered sugar Serve with link sa

Ingredients:
4 eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
2 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 large croissants,1 day old, split in half
berries for garnish

Directions:
To prepare in advance:
1. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, evaporated milk, orange juice and sugar.
2. Dip both sides of croissants into the egg mixture, coating thoroughly.
3. Place slices in a single layer on a baking sheet covered with foil. Freeze, uncovered, 30 minutes or until firm. Remove the pan from the freezer. Place the frozen croissants in freezer bags. Tightly seal and label the bags.
4. These can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.

Cooking method:
1. Preheat oven to 450o. Cover a baking sheet with foil. Coat foil with cooking spray.
2. Remove croissants from the freezer.
3. Place frozen slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 6 - 7 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn over and bake an additional 5 minutes or until lightly browned on this side.
5. Serve hot from the oven and enjoy!

Alternate cooking method:
1. You can pan fry in a hot skillet or griddle coated with butter or cooking spray before or after freezing.
2. Frozen: These can be cooked in a medium hot skillet or a griddle with butter or cooking spray, allowing additional time to cook through.



Recipe Summary:
Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 minurtes
Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
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Recipe Provided By:
Parish House Inn
Ypsilanti, MI

Ypsilanti Bed and Breakfast Inns