Brioche French Toast
Indulge in the warmth of Brioche French Toast, a breakfast delight that combines fluffy brioche bread soaked in a luscious custard of eggs, milk, and spices. Topped with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup, this dish transforms any morning into a special occasion. Perfect for brunch gatherings or quiet weekends at home, it’s an experience that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices brioche bread (thick-cut)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (plus more for serving)
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (for topping)
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the custard mixture for about 10 seconds on each side, allowing it to soak.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter until bubbly.
- Cook soaked brioche slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately topped with fresh berries and maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a pinch of nutmeg or using almond milk instead of whole milk. If you have stale brioche bread, it works even better—perfect for soaking up the custard without becoming soggy.