PrintGolden Brioche French Toast
Enjoy perfectly golden and fluffy French toast slices, ideal for a weekend brunch. This recipe uses a simple custard soak and stovetop frying for a quick, delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Dip each slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let it soak for about 30 seconds per side.
- Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Place the soaked bread slices in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Brioche bread is recommended for its rich flavor and ability to hold the custard soak.
- Adjust soaking time based on bread thickness for desired custard saturation.
- Serve with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit or maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg