Cereal Milk Fruity Pebble French Toast
Cereal Milk Fruity Pebble French Toast: A Colorful Breakfast Delight
If you’re looking to transform your breakfast routine into a whimsical, indulgent experience, then look no further than Cereal Milk Fruity Pebble French Toast. This recipe combines the nostalgic flavors of fruity cereal milk with the classic comfort of French toast. It’s a fun, vibrant dish that not only looks fantastic but also tastes incredible. The first time I had a dish like this was back in Houston a couple years ago, and I have been making it at home since for a fun and playful brunch dish for my family! Let’s dive into how you can make this colorful breakfast treat right at home!
Ingredients
For the Cereal Milk:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal
For the French Toast
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup cereal milk (from above)
- ½ cup of coffee creamer (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 slices of bread (thick, preferably day-old or slightly dried out)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
For Toppings (optional but highly recommend)
- Whipped cream
- Fresh fruit (such as berries or banana slices)
- Additional Fruity Pebbles for crunch
- Sweetened Condensed Milk (my favorite), Maple syrup or honey
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cereal Milk
1. **Infuse the Milk:** In a large bowl, pour the whole milk over the Fruity Pebbles. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the milk to absorb the cereal’s fruity flavor.
2. **Strain:** Once the milk has taken on a bright, colorful hue and the cereal flavor is well infused, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another bowl. Set this cereal milk aside for later use.
Step 2: Prepare the French Toast Batter
1. **Mix Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of the cereal milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
Step 3: Soak the Bread
1. **Soak Slices:** Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and add a pat of butter. Dip each slice of bread into the cereal milk mixture, ensuring that both sides are well-coated but not overly soggy.
2. **Coat Slices in Cereal** Add fruity pebbles to a plate. After you have dipped the bread into the milk mixture, lightly coat in fruity pebbles before adding to the pan.
Step 4: Cook the French Toast
1. **Cook the Bread:** Place the soaked bread slices onto the preheated griddle or skillet. Do no make the pan overly hot as this will burn the ceral. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; you may need to cook in batches. Some cereal pieces will fall off in the cooking process so just wipe the pan down between batches.
Step 5: Assemble and Serve
1. **Plate the French Toast:** Stack the golden brown French toast slices on plates.
2. **Add Toppings:** Top with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh fruit, a sprinkle of additional Fruity Pebbles for extra crunch, and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk.
Tips and Variations
**Bread Choice:** Thick slices of bread like brioche or challah work best for French toast as they soak up the mixture without falling apart. Day-old or slightly dried bread holds up better during cooking.
**Flavor Boost:** For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of orange zest to the egg mixture.
**Healthier Twist:** For a lighter version, use whole grain bread and reduce the amount of syrup or opt for a lighter sweetener like agave.
Conclusion
Cereal Milk Fruity Pebble French Toast is more than just a breakfast; it’s a celebration on your plate. The combination of the creamy, fruity cereal milk with the crispy, golden French toast creates a delightful harmony of flavors and textures. Whether you’re serving it for a weekend brunch or a special occasion, this dish is sure to bring smiles and satisfaction to your table.
So go ahead, give your mornings a burst of color and flavor with this playful twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Enjoy every colorful bite!
Cereal Milk Fruity Pebble French Toast
Description
This recipe combines the nostalgic flavors of fruity cereal milk with the classic comfort of French toast. It's a fun, vibrant dish that not only looks fantastic but also tastes incredible.
Ingredients
Cereal Milk
French Toast
For Topping (optional but recommended)
Make the Cereal Milk
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**Infuse the Milk:** In a large bowl, pour the whole milk over the Fruity Pebbles. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the milk to absorb the cereal's fruity flavor.
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**Strain:** Once the milk has taken on a bright, colorful hue and the cereal flavor is well infused, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another bowl. If you like it a bit sweeter, you can stir in a tablespoon of sugar. Set this cereal milk aside for later use.
Step 2: Prepare the French Toast Batter
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**Mix Ingredients:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of the cereal milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
Step 3: Soak the Bread
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**Soak Slices:** Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and add a pat of butter. Dip each slice of bread into the cereal milk mixture, ensuring that both sides are well-coated but not overly soggy.
-
**Coat Slices in Cereal** Add fruity pebbles to a plate. After you have dipped the bread into the milk mixture, lightly coat in fruity pebbles before adding to the pan.
Step 4: Cook the French Toast
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**Cook the Bread:** Place the soaked bread slices onto the preheated griddle or skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; you may need to cook in batches.
Step 5: Assemble and Serve
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**Plate the French Toast:** Stack the golden brown French toast slices on plates.
**Add Toppings:** Top with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh fruit, a sprinkle of additional Fruity Pebbles for extra crunch, and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.
Note
What to do with leftovers?
Store any leftover crunchy french toast in the fridge and enjoy within 24 hours for best quality. Reheat in the oven, in a skillet on a stove or in your air fryer.
Freezer: Place slices of crunchy french toast in a single layer on a baking sheet and freezer for 2 hours. Transfer to a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.