Arme Ritter- German French Toast
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Arme Ritter- German French Toast
Description
Arme Ritter combines simple ingredients: bread slices soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt, then pan-fried to a golden crisp using a blend of butter and neutral oil. The soaking technique allows the bread to absorb the custard mixture without becoming overly soggy, creating a tender, flavorful interior.
The method of frying over medium to low heat ensures the toast cooks evenly and develops a rich golden crust without burning. The use of both butter and oil prevents the butter from burning too quickly, maintaining good cooking fat quality throughout the batches. Sprinkling cinnamon sugar over the finished toast adds a warm sweetness and slight crunch.
Arme Ritter is typically served warm, making it an ideal choice for breakfast or a comforting dessert. Variations can include savory versions with cheese and bacon instead of cinnamon sugar.
For flexibility, prepared Arme Ritter can be kept warm in a low oven before serving or frozen for up to three months, ensuring convenience for larger batches. Wiping the pan between batches helps maintain consistent browning without burnt residues.
Ingredients
- 8 lices toast bread
- 2 egg
- 250 ml milk
- salt pinch
- 4 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoon of each - see notes, melted
- 4 tablespoon neutral cooking oil 2 tablespoon of each - see notes, melted
- 4 teaspoons cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl or a plate, whisk the eggs then add the milk and salt.
- Dip each slice of bread in the egg mixture, allow to slightly soak, and then flip in order to coat both sides.
- Heat oil in a pan or skillet. Lift each slice of bread to drain as much of the egg-mixture as possible into the bowl, then place the slices on the pan.
- Fry on both sides under medium to low heat until golden brown then transfer the bread to a plate. Repeat the process for the remaining bread slices.
- Once done, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar on top then serve.
Notes
- Using a mix of butter and neutral oil helps prevent burning while frying.
- Wiping the pan between batches keeps the cooking surface clean for even browning.
- This German French toast can be kept warm in the oven at 120°C (250°F) for up to 30 minutes before serving.
- Arme Ritter freezes well; freeze slices on a baking sheet first, then store in a freezer container for up to 3 months.
- For a savory variant, add cheese and bacon instead of cinnamon sugar.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 573IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 147mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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