# What You'll Need:
→ French Toast
01 - 1 loaf brioche or challah bread (about 16 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1 cup eggnog
04 - 1/4 cup whole milk
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - Pinch of salt
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for frying
→ Decoration & Assembly
11 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
12 - Fresh rosemary sprigs, for tree branches
13 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, or cranberries)
14 - Maple syrup, for serving
15 - Star-shaped fruit or cookie, optional for tree topper
16 - Toothpicks or small skewers
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, eggnog, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Add the bread cubes to the custard mixture and gently toss until fully coated. Allow to soak for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even absorption.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, add soaked bread cubes and cook, turning frequently, until golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed for each batch.
04 - Transfer cooked bites to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess butter.
05 - On a large serving platter, arrange the French toast bites in concentric circles, stacking to form a tree shape. Use toothpicks or skewers for stability if desired.
06 - Insert rosemary sprigs between the bites to resemble branches and embellish with fresh berries as ornaments. Place a star-shaped fruit or cookie at the top if available.
07 - Dust the assembled tree lightly with powdered sugar to mimic snow. Serve immediately with maple syrup on the side.
