French Toast Variation of Eggs in a Basket Recipe

Try this delicious twist on the classic eggs in a basket recipe by adding a French toast element to it. This recipe combines the richness of French toast with the savory goodness of eggs in a basket for a truly delightful breakfast or brunch dish. The eggs are cooked inside slices of bread that are soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and spices, resulting in a crispy and golden exterior with a creamy and flavorful center. Serve it with maple syrup or your favorite breakfast condiments for a memorable meal.

Ingredients

• 4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your preferred bread)
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided

Directions

1. Using a round cookie cutter or a small glass, cut a hole in the center of each slice of bread.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Place the bread slices in the egg mixture and let them soak for about 30 seconds on each side.
4. Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
5. Once the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, place the soaked bread slices on the skillet.
6. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the bottom side is golden brown and crisp.
7. Flip the bread slices and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side.
8. Remove the French toast slices from the skillet and set them aside.
9. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet and let it melt.
10. Place the bread centers (the cut-out holes) in the skillet and crack an egg into each hole.
11. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.
12. Carefully flip the bread centers with the eggs and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
13. Remove the eggs in a basket and French toast from the skillet and serve immediately.
14. Serve the French toast slices and eggs in a basket together, topping them with maple syrup or your preferred breakfast condiments.

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