French Toast Stars with Nutella®
The star of the breakfast table.
On Christmas morning, the real star of the show is French Toast Stars with NUTELLA® hazelnut spread. Served with a side of fruit and a tall glass of milk. The presents can wait.
INGREDIENTS for 8 servings
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2 eggs
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5 1/2 oz milk
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4 tsp granulated sugar
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Pinch of cinnamon
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4 tsp butter
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8 slices day-old brioche bread
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2 tbsp Nutella® hazelnut spread (approx)
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Confectioners’ sugar, for decorating
METHOD
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STEP 1The night before, leave out slices of brioche on a wire rack (optional).
In shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar and cinnamon. Heat 1 tsp butter in nonstick skillet set over medium-low heat.
Dip a few bread slices in egg mixture for a few seconds.
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STEP 2Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on one side or until golden brown. Turn over; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown on bottom.
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STEP 3Transfer French toast onto plate; keep warm. Repeat with remaining bread slices, adding butter to skillet as needed.
Using star cookie cutter, cut out stars from French toast.
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STEP 4Evenly spread Nutella® hazelnut spread over 4 French toast stars; sandwich with remaining stars.
Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and outline French toast stars with Nutella® hazelnut spread.
