Carrot Cake French Toast

Jul 17, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of thick golden slices of carrot cake french toast on a plate, dusted with powdered sugar

Moist carrot cake-spiced French toast made with thick brioche slices, enriched with grated carrots, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and real vanilla bean for a cozy brunch.

Prep 10 min

Cook 15 min

Total 25 min

Servings 4

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Ingredients

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servings

8.0 (400.0 g)thick slices brioche
4.0 (200.0 g)large eggs
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
⅓ cup (35.0 g)packed grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
¼ cup (50.0 g)brown sugar
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
1.0 tsp (2.0 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground nutmeg
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground ginger
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, for cooking
4.0 oz (115.0 g)cream cheese, softened, for serving (optional)
¼ cup (30.0 g)powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
½ cup (50.0 g)chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a large shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, brown sugar, vanilla bean seeds, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and fine sea salt until well combined.
Fold in the grated carrot to the egg mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Heat a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to melt.
Dip each thick slice of brioche into the carrot cake custard, soaking each side for about 15 seconds to absorb the liquid but not become soggy.
Place the soaked brioche slices in the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and firm, about 3-4 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed for subsequent batches.
Transfer cooked French toast to a warm plate and keep warm while finishing the rest.
Serve warm topped with softened cream cheese, a dusting of powdered sugar, and chopped toasted pecans or walnuts if desired.

Tips

Use a whole vanilla bean to infuse the custard with deep vanilla flavor that complements the carrot and spices.
Grate the carrots finely so they cook evenly and blend into the custard without adding excess moisture.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make carrot cake french toast?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4 servings.

How should I store carrot cake french toast?

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in a toaster oven.

Can I make carrot cake french toast ahead?

Prepare the custard mixture up to 8 hours ahead and keep refrigerated until ready to use.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Moist carrot cake-spiced French toast made with thick brioche slices, enriched with grated carrots, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and real vanilla bean for a cozy brunch.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 4 servings this recipe makes.

743 Calories / serving

44.3g Fat

68.2g Carbs

21.0g Protein

27.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (4 servings): ~2972 cal · 177g fat · 273g carbs · 84g protein · 109g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 743 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 140 min·8.2 mi·~16400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 101 min·5.1 mi·~10100 steps
Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
Swimming laps 104 min
Jogging 73 min·6.1 mi·~11700 steps
Stair climbing 69 min·~6200 steps
Dancing 121 min
Bodyweight circuit training 75 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 173 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.