Is this S'mores French Toast recipe exactly what you think it is? Well, if you think it's a decadent French toast recipe with chocolate and crushed graham crackers, topped with some perfectly gooey torched marshmallows…well, then you'd be exactly right.
I have a little bit of an obsession with s'mores. I love them. And that's strange given that I grew up in Europe and the Middle East and had only experienced s'mores (let alone something like this S'mores French Toast recipe) a handful of times growing up. But some things are just meant to be.
This chocolate-y brunch is definitely a more indulgent way to start your day. You could even have it for dessert (but I treat it as a brunch because I like a sweet start to the day).
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What is S’mores French Toast
Inspired by the s’mores made while camping, s’mores French Toast is a French toast recipe using all the standard s’mores ingredients: graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate.
This is a simple breakfast recipe that can be made in 30 minutes or less, and is easy to make while you’re actually out camping!
Ingredients
- Slightly-stale bread
- Large eggs, lightly beaten
- Half & Half
- Vanilla extract
- Nutmeg
- Salt
- Graham Cracker crumbs
- Mini marshmallows
- Chocolate chips
- Butter
How to make S’mores French Toast
In a shallow dish, whisk together yours eggs, half & half, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt to form your egg mixture. Dip your bread slices into the egg mixture, ensuring to coat both sides evenly (don’t leave it there too long though). Cover each side of the soaked bread with graham cracker crumbs.
In a hot nonstick skillet, melt some butter, and add the soaked/coated slice of bread. Cook until browned, and cooked through. Make sure to flip it so that both sides cook evenly. Repeat with more butter for each slice of bread.
While the bread is still hot from the pan, sandwich marshmallows and chocolate chips in between two slices of the French toast. Garnish with more chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and graham cracker crumbs. Use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallows and melt the chocolate. And if you’re feeling extra, drizzle over a little more melted chocolate (chocolate syrup works too). Enjoy!
Tips
As with most French toast recipes, the standard French toast tips apply here. As quick reminder:
What kind of bread to use. You can make this recipe with any bread (even plain white bread), but it works best with rich breads like brioche. Sourdough is also a great option!
Stale bread. Whatever kind of bread you use, ideally it should be a little stale. Not hard as a biscuit stale, but just slightly stale so that it can absorb more moisture without breaking.
What kind of chocolate to use. This is up to you. My personal preference is dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips, but milk chocolate works great.
What if you don’t have a kitchen torch. If you don’t have a kitchen torch (or a mini-blow torch as I like to call it), you can melt the tops of your chocolate chips and marshmallows by placing the French toast under the broiler for a few minutes. (Make sure to transfer the toast to a parchment-lined baking sheet first).
Variation ideas
It’s easy to play around and make recipes like this your own. If you feel like there’s too much chocolate, consider topping it with a caramel sauce instead. Want something to cut through the sweetness? Serve it alongside a dollop of whipped cream.
If you enjoy s’mores, but also want a more traditional French toast flavor, add a touch of cinnamon to the egg mixture. Alternatively, if you feel like this recipe isn’t s’mores-like enough, add some marshmallow fluff in-between the slices of French toast!
If you like the idea of sandwiching French toast with chocolate, you may also want to check out my Hong Kong French Toast or Nutella French Toast recipes.
And lastly, if you’re looking for a s’mores breakfast, but feel like French toast just isn’t it. Try this S'mores Pancakes recipe instead.
Final thoughts
S’mores French toast is a decadent way to start the day. But it’s also a great recipe should you decide to go camping! I’m lazy, so I only make this at home. If you’ve had a chance to make it, or even if you haven’t, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.
📖 Recipe
S'mores French Toast
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A decadent S’mores French toast recipe with chocolate and crushed graham crackers, topped with some perfectly gooey torched marshmallows.
Ingredients
- 4 slices slightly-stale bread
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup Half & Half
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Nutmeg
- Pinch of Salt
- ¾ cup Graham Cracker crumbs
- ¾ cup mini marshmallows
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, half & half, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt.
- Dip bread into egg mixture, making sure to coat each side.
- Press both sides of bread into graham cracker crumbs.
- Melt ½ tablespoon butter in a non-stick pan for each slice of bread. Cook until brown and crispy, flipping to ensure both sides are evenly cooked
- While still hot, sandwich marshmallows and chocolate in between two slices of French Toast.
- Garnish with more chocolate, marshmallows, and graham cracker crumbs. And use a blowtorch to toast the marshmallows.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- If you don't have access to a blowtorch, set your broiler to High, and place your French Toast on the top tray for a few minutes.
- If you’d like to add a little extra chocolate drizzle, melt a ¼ cup of milk or semi-sweet chocolate. Alternatively, you can use chocolate syrup as well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Dana
I’ve seen fun plays on French toast before, but never *anything* like this! This sounds absolutely divine. And I mean, weekend breakfasts should totally be all about indulging. This would be perfect for that. And the only way I’ll go near marshmallows is if they have some char, haha. I appreciate that that detail wasn’t skipped here 🙂
Riz
Hi Dana, thanks so much!! And I agree. Weekend breakfasts are about indulging and really loving life.
(and yes, charred marshmallows for the win 🙂 )
Charlotte
This looks so decadent – perfect for when I want to step up my brunch game! Plus I love an excuse to put my blow torch to work 🙂
Riz
I know, right?? Any excuse to put that blow torch to use is a good one!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking
Since brunch season is in full swing, this s’mores french toast is coming at the right time! Nothing like dessert for breakfast to celebrate Mother’s Day or to kick off the weekend! On another note, looks like a great site design! It definitely looks clean and crisp!
Riz
Oooh, I agree completely – Dessert for breakfast meals are perfect for special occasions like Mother’s Day… and also, for delicious starts to the weekend!
And thank you! I’m not quite done tweaking it just yet – I’m especially undecided about how my recipes are presented, but hopefully moving in a positive direction 🙂
Terri Gilson
This looks so decadent, delicious and chocolatey! My kids would absolutely flip if I made this. I’m thinking this would be a great sleepover birthday party breakfast for my daughter’s 11th in July :)!
Riz
Thanks Terri! That’s such a wonderful idea! Please do let me know if you make it for everyone!!
LoveCompassionateLee
This recipe is the epitome of comfort food. This will be a welcomed treat for dinner tomorrow night. Thanks for sharing.
Happy Tuesday
Riz
Happy Friday! Hope you enjoyed the recipe!! (Brunch/Dessert for dinner… I like the way you think.)
Tina Malli
OMG! RIZ! THIS. LOOKS. SO. GOOD.
This is my first time commenting but my husband and I have been follownig you for ages! He actually made me your pancake recipe on our first brunch date and it was amazing! I made him the nutella brownies, And I am SO DEFINITELY making this beautiful thing tomorrow! Thank you!
Tina Malli <3
Riz
Hi Tina!!! I’m so happy to hear you and your husband have been making my recipes! I hope you enjoy this one…it’s extra indulgent, but worth it!
Lindsay
In a word. It was HEAVENLY. My boyfriend made it with nutella too and he loved it as well.
Riz
Ahhh! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it! And the Nutella S’mores French Toast variation is super yum, I’ve experimented at home with it too!
Tonya Ray
We are trying this with scout group next week kayaking they will love it I am sure
Riz
How lovely!! Hope all of you enjoy it!!
Jackie
We made this recipe months ago and forgot to come back and comment. It was delicious! Second time round we added some cinnamon and nutmeg to our batter for even more deliciousness!