This Captain Crunch French Toast is crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and coated in sweet Cap'n Crunch cereal for the ultimate brunch treat. Inspired by the famous Blue Moon Cafe version featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, it's an easy breakfast recipe that's perfect for weekends, holidays, and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of Texas Toast Bread
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups Cap’n Crunch Cereal
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
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Add the Cap'n Crunch cereal to a zip-top bag and crush it with a rolling pin until it resembles coarse crumbs. Pour the crushed cereal into a shallow bowl.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and fully combined.
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Set up a dipping station with the custard mixture in one bowl and the crushed cereal in another.
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Dip each slice of Texas toast into the egg mixture, coating both sides. Allow any excess mixture to drip off.
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Press the soaked bread into the crushed Cap'n Crunch cereal, coating both sides evenly.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated bread slices and cook until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Flip the French toast, add the remaining butter if needed, and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes until both sides are crispy and the center is cooked through.
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Transfer to serving plates and serve warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Recipe Notes
- Texas toast gives the best texture.
- Cook over medium heat for even browning.
- Fresh berries make a great topping.
- Perfect for weekend brunches and special breakfasts.