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Best Brioche French Toast Recipe

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This Best Brioche French Toast recipe offers a rich, tender, and golden-brown breakfast treat made with buttery brioche soaked in a creamy, spiced egg custard and pan-fried to perfection. It’s a decadent twist on classic French toast, perfect for weekend brunches and special occasions.

Ingredients

French Toast Mixture

  • 8-9 slices brioche bread (3/4″ to 1″ thick)
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp pure maple syrup

For Cooking

  • 3-4 Tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, kosher salt, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup until fully blended. For easier dipping, you may transfer this mixture to a shallow dish.
  2. Heat the pan and melt butter: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add about 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and allow it to melt and begin foaming. Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning.
  3. Soak the brioche slices: Working in batches of 2-4 slices without overcrowding the pan, dip each slice of brioche into the egg mixture. Soak about 20 seconds per side until the bread feels heavy like a wet sponge, but not overly saturated. Let excess custard drip back into the bowl.
  4. Cook the French toast: Place the soaked brioche slices into the hot skillet. Cook the first batch for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown, then reduce to 3 minutes per side for subsequent batches as the pan heats up.
  5. Repeat as necessary: Transfer cooked slices to a plate and add more butter to the skillet as needed. Repeat dipping and cooking with remaining brioche slices.
  6. Serve: Serve warm with additional pure maple syrup and optional toppings such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Use brioche bread that is thickly sliced (3/4 to 1 inch) for best texture.
  • Do not oversoak the bread to avoid sogginess; the bread should feel like a wet sponge.
  • Adjust the skillet heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring an even golden crust.
  • Fresh toppings like berries or whipped cream enhance the richness and presentation.
  • This recipe serves 6 and can easily be doubled for larger groups.

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