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    Bagel French Toast

    Published: Feb 16, 2015 · Modified: Mar 2, 2021 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 8 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

    drizzling syrup over french toast
    Bagel French Toast with Whipped Cream Cheese
    bagels in a skillet
    bagel french toast

     

    drizzling syrup over french toast

    Bagel French Toast is extra satisfying because the french toast custard soaks into all those nooks and crannies. Adding cinnamon whipped cream puts the dish over the top… because isn’t everything just better with whipped cream?

    If I could eat breakfast three meals a day, seven days a week, I would.

    Every morning I walk past a street vendor frying eggs and bacon for people to grab on their way to work. She serves the eggs and bacon over rice. This is Thailand, after all.

    It’s a dangerous temptation to face on a daily basis, that wok-fried bacon.

    whipping custard for french toast

    In my usual work-day life, I eat oatmeal (also a breakfast I love, but not exactly flashy). But on the weekends, all bets are off.  Give me all the wok-fried bacon you’ve got. Or banana bread crumb cake.

    Or bagel french toast.

    ingredients for bagel french toast

    This is more of a method than a recipe, but it’s one that should be repeated.  Last weekend we had a bunch of cinnamon raisin bagels.  So we soaked a few in eggs overnight and heated them until crisp in a hot, buttery pan.

    French Toast in the pan

    And topped them with cinnamon whipped cream.

    Bagel French Toast on a white plate

    I know it’s Monday, but keep these weekend breakfasts coming.

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    5 from 1 vote

    Bagel French Toast

    Bagels make a french toast that is extra satisfying - the custard soaks into all those nooks and crannies. Adding cinnamon whipped cream puts it over the top.
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch
    Keyword: bagels, French toast
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 771kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $4.00

    Equipment

    • 9x9 Baking Dish
    • Skillet
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Stand or Handheld Mixer

    Ingredients

    For the French Toast:

    • 6 Eggs
    • 1/2 cup Milk
    • 1/2 tsp Salt
    • 2 Bagels, halved (just about any flavor will work, but plain or slightly sweet flavors are my preference)
    • 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter

    For the Whipped Cream Cheese:

    • 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
    • 1 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
    • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon

    Instructions

    • In a square baking dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt. Add the bagel halves and flip to coat both sides. Soak the bagels cut-side down in the egg mixture in the refrigerator for at least an hour or overnight.
    • Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Use a fork to transfer the bagels to the pan (discard egg mixture), and cook on both sides until golden brown and crisp.
    • While bagels are cooking, beat cream cheese, sugar and cinnamon until light and fluffy. (If too thick, add a bit of milk.)
    • Serve bagels topped with whipped cream cheese.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 771kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 571mg | Sodium: 1538mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1766IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 4mg

    And speaking of breakfast, two little ladies had their first taste of pancakes on Sunday…

    Feb 15 Pancake Breakfast

    *This post contains affiliate links*

    Filed Under: Breakfast and Brunch, Easter, Recipes

    About Jess

    Hi, I'm Jess, an amateur cook turned professional recipe developer, food stylist, and photographer specializing in quick and easy meals that make weeknights a bit more fun. I love sharing my kitchen and my journey as a chef with other home cooks on this blog. Learn more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Katie (The Muffin Myth)

      February 17, 2015 at 3:43 am

      Bagel french toast! Well shucks, I never woulda thought. Pinning this one for a weekend brunch soon.

      Reply
    2. Claire @ Claire K Creations

      February 17, 2015 at 8:06 am

      Stop it Jess this is way too delicious looking and too simple to not make! Love the photo of the girls at pancake breakfast. Adorable!

      Reply
    3. Nicole - Coking for Keeps

      February 17, 2015 at 8:12 am

      Bagel french toast — why have I never heard of this?? So smart!

      Reply
    4. dave

      February 25, 2015 at 3:50 am

      I love French Toast, and the photos spread out with the comments were irresistible. Thanks for the inspiration.

      Reply
    5. Katie Brigstock

      February 27, 2015 at 2:09 am

      OH My! You had me with the title…bagel french toast! yes please!! this looks totally delicious!

      Reply
    6. SHERRY

      December 02, 2019 at 2:09 pm

      my favorite is with pumpkin bagels!!!

      Reply
    7. Elaine FT

      March 16, 2020 at 9:37 am

      Yummy squared!!!
      Great and fun to make!

      Reply
    8. Amy

      February 02, 2021 at 10:57 am

      You could do this sweet or savory!

      Reply

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