Description

This carrot cake french toast recipe offers the inviting aroma of warm spices and a velvety texture that’s simply irresistible. It’s a hearty and easy meal, perfect for satisfying your family on a relaxed weekend morning.

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 slices thick-cut bread (Challah or Brioche work best for soaking up flavor and avoiding sogginess, day-old bread is ideal for texture)
3 large eggs
0.5 cup (120ml) whole milk (or use unsweetened almond milk for a dairy-free option)
0.25 cup (50g) packed light brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
0.25 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp vanilla extract
0.5 cup (60g) finely shredded carrots (I use a fine grater for a smooth batter)
4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened (plain Greek yogurt works as a lighter, tangy swap)
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
1–2 Tbsp milk or heavy cream (adjusts consistency of the glaze to your liking)

Instructions

Prepare The Batter: In a shallow baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, and finely shredded carrots until well combined and slightly frothy, about 1 minute.
Dip The Bread: Submerge each slice of thick-cut bread in the batter for about 15-20 seconds per side. Allow excess to drip off, ensuring the bread feels moist but not completely soaked through. (If your bread seems too dry, splash in 1-2 Tbsp extra milk.)
Cook To Golden Perfection: Heat a lightly buttered 10-inch non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C if using an electric griddle). Cook slices for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, with a slightly crisp edge.
Make The Cream Cheese Glaze: While the toast cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream until smooth and pourable. (Add more liquid sparingly if a thinner consistency is desired.)
Serve Hot: Drizzle the freshly cooked carrot cake french toast generously with the Cream Cheese Glaze and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch and flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter before dipping. For a bolder spice profile, a tiny pinch of cardamom works wonderfully alongside the other warm spices. Do not overcrowd your pan to ensure even browning; cook in batches if needed. Avoid setting your skillet heat too high, or the outside will burn quickly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Pan-frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (about 120 g)
Calories: 360 calories
Sugar: 27 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg

Keywords: carrot cake, french toast, cream cheese glaze, breakfast, brunch, easy, sweet, spiced, family meal, weekend