Biscuit French Toast with Cinnamon-Orange Cane Syrup

This delicious Biscuit French Toast is made with golden syrup, cinnamon, and orange, creating a sweet and flavorful syrup that pairs perfectly with the buttery, crispy biscuits. Topped with confectioners’ sugar, it’s a perfect breakfast or brunch treat. Here’s how to make it!

Ingredients Needed:

Cinnamon-Orange Cane Syrup:

• 1 cup golden syrup, such as Lyle’s
• 2 cinnamon sticks 
• Finely grated zest of 1 orange, plus the juice of 1/2 orange 
• 2 tablespoons very cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 

Biscuit French Toast:

• 5 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks 
• 2 1/2 cups half-and-half 
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
• 4 day-old Buttermilk Biscuits for French Toast, split
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus for serving 
• 6 tablespoons canola oil 
• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Buttermilk Biscuits for French Toast:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus for dusting
• 4 teaspoons baking powder 
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 
• 1 1/2 cups cold buttermilk 
• 1/2 cup heavy cream 

How To Make Biscuit French Toast with Cinnamon-Orange Cane Syrup?

1. Make the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the golden syrup, cinnamon sticks, orange zest, and juice. Heat on low until simmering, then remove from heat. Let the cinnamon sticks steep for 30 minutes. Afterward, discard the sticks and return the syrup to the heat. Bring it to a simmer again and whisk in the cold butter. Keep warm.
2. Make the French toast: Preheat the oven to 200°F and set a rack over a baking sheet. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, half-and-half, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth. Place the biscuits, cut side up, in a large baking dish and pour the custard over them. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours, refrigerated), ensuring they are well soaked.
3. Cook the French toast: Heat half of the butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until the butter melts. Add 4 biscuit halves, cut side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip them and cook for another 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden. Transfer to the oven rack and repeat with the remaining butter, oil, and biscuit halves.
4. Serve: Dust the French toast with confectioners’ sugar and serve with the warm cinnamon-orange syrup.

Recipe Tips:

• Soak the biscuits well: Make sure to soak the biscuits in the custard for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours. The biscuits need to be fully soaked to get the perfect texture—soft inside and crispy outside.
• Use cold butter for the syrup: When making the syrup, make sure the butter is very cold. This helps the syrup thicken properly and adds richness to the flavor.
• Cook on medium heat: Don’t turn the heat too high when frying the French toast. Cooking on medium heat will give you a golden, crispy exterior without burning the biscuits.
• Make your biscuits in advance: If you’re making your biscuits, it’s best to let them sit for a day before using them for French toast. This gives them time to firm up, making them easier to soak without falling apart.
• Keep the syrup warm: Always serve the syrup warm to enhance its flavor. If it cools down, simply heat it gently before serving to keep it at the right consistency and taste.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let any leftover Biscuit French Toast cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container. Keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Heat a little butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the French toast and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until crispy and heated through.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 370 kcal
• Total Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 145mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Potassium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 42g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 5g

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