Brioche French Toast
Brioche French Toast is a rich, buttery breakfast delight. Thick slices of brioche are soaked in a sweet egg mix, then fried to golden perfection, often served with syrup, fruit, or powdered sugar for a luxurious start to the day.
Servings: 8
Calories: 196kcal
Ingredients
- 2 loaves of brioche bread
- 12 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the brioche bread into 1-inch thick slices. This should yield approximately 16 slices.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until they are well beaten. Add the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract to the eggs and continue whisking until the ingredients are fully incorporated. Slowly pour in the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Allow the pan to heat up for a couple of minutes. For an added touch of richness, you can melt a pat of butter in the pan just before frying the bread.
- Take one slice of brioche and immerse it in the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Allow any excess mixture to drip off, then place the slice on the heated pan. Repeat with the other slices as space in your pan allows.
- Allow each slice to cook for 3-5 minutes on one side, or until it achieves a golden-brown color. Use a spatula to carefully flip each slice and cook the other side for another 3-5 minutes. The goal is to have a crispy exterior with a soft, custard-like center.
- Remove the finished French toast from the pan and place on a serving platter. Serve immediately with your choice of toppings like fresh fruit, syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Brioche bread is known for its rich, buttery flavor and tends to be more absorbent than regular bread. Because of this, it can soak up more of the egg mixture. Ensure your slices aren't overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
- Cooking on a medium heat allows the French toast to cook thoroughly without burning. As the recipe suggests, going "low and slow" is essential to make sure the egg mixture cooks all the way through without leaving the center too soggy or the exterior too crisp.
- For an even richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or substituting the milk with cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 283mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 562IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg