French Toast Croissants with Strawberries

Health score
7%
French Toast Croissants with Strawberries
20 min.
4
657kcal
100%sweetness
21.65%saltiness
36.83%sourness
9.31%bitterness
13.29%savoriness
88.43%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

French toast croissants with strawberries are a delicious and indulgent breakfast or brunch option. This recipe puts a fun twist on the classic French toast by using croissants instead of bread, resulting in a flaky and buttery texture. The addition of fresh strawberries brings a burst of sweetness and a pop of color to the dish. The orange butter, made with softened butter, orange zest, and powdered sugar, adds a unique and refreshing flavor that perfectly complements the other ingredients.

This recipe is perfect for a weekend morning when you have a little extra time to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special. It's also a great option for entertaining guests, as it's sure to impress with its unique and elegant presentation. The combination of the fluffy croissants, sweet strawberries, and creamy orange butter creates a delightful sensory experience that will leave you craving more.

With a readiness time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those who want a quick yet impressive breakfast or brunch option. It's also a fun way to elevate your everyday breakfast routine and add a touch of luxury to your morning. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting breakfast idea, give this French toast croissants with strawberries recipe a try! It's sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  croissants plain split
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • servings strawberries fresh sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender
  • pie form

Directions

  1. In small mixer bowl beat together all orange butter ingredients at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until light and fluffy (1 to 2 minutes); set aside.In pie pan stir together milk, eggs and 1 teaspoon orange peel.In 10 inch skillet or griddle melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.Dip 4 croissant halves into egg mixture, turning to coat both sides.
  2. Place croissant halves, cut side down, in skillet. Cook, turning once, until golden brown (3 to 4 minutes on each side).
  3. Remove to serving platter; keep warm.Repeat with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 4 croissant halves. Dust croissant halves with powdered sugar; serve with orange butter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories657kcal
Protein5.67%
Fat66.7%
Carbs27.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.75
Glycemic Load
20.13
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.12347826087%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.42mg
Petunidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
35.78mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.48mg
Epigallocatechin
1.12mg
Epicatechin
0.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.72mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.6mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
21.65%
Sourness:
36.83%
Bitterness:
9.31%
Savoriness:
13.29%
Fattiness:
88.43%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:656.56kcal
32.83%
Fat:49.49g
76.14%
Saturated Fat:19.79g
123.68%
Carbohydrates:46.15g
15.38%
Net Carbohydrates:41.73g
15.18%
Sugar:21.89g
24.32%
Cholesterol:152.97mg
50.99%
Sodium:618.25mg
26.88%
Protein:9.46g
18.92%
Vitamin C:85.52mg
103.66%
Vitamin A:1964.72IU
39.29%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.56%
Selenium:20.85µg
29.78%
Folate:95.92µg
23.98%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.67%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.52%
Fiber:4.42g
17.66%
Phosphorus:168.54mg
16.85%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.65%
Iron:2.14mg
11.91%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.26%
Potassium:364.97mg
10.43%
Calcium:94.26mg
9.43%
Vitamin B3:1.86mg
9.29%
Magnesium:34.17mg
8.54%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.72%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.49%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.74%
Copper:0.13mg
6.59%
Vitamin K:5.31µg
5.06%
Vitamin D:0.66µg
4.42%
Source:Foodista