Brioche French Toast
Brioche French Toast is a rich breakfast treat featuring soft, buttery brioche bread soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard and pan-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 8 slices 8 slices brioche bread
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 1 cup 1 cup milk (whole or 2% for richness)
- 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp butter (for cooking) Add more butter as needed during cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
- Dip each slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10-15 seconds per side.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter to coat the surface.
- Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
Notes
Use slightly stale brioche for best results, and maintain a medium heat to prevent burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat using a toaster oven or skillet.