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Thick-Cut Brioche French Toast
Rich brioche slices soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and pan-fried until golden and crisp outside, soft and custardy within.
Why You'll Love This
- Rich, custardy center with a crisp golden crust
- Uses just one bowl for the batter
- A guaranteed weekend brunch crowd-pleaser
Ingredients
- 4large eggs
- 1 cupwhole milk
- 2 tablespoonsgranulated sugar
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 1 teaspoonground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoonsalt
- 8 slicesbrioche bread, cut 1-inch thick
- 3 tablespoonsunsalted butter, divided
- as neededpowdered sugar, for dusting
- as neededmaple syrup and fresh berries, for serving
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together 4 eggs, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until fully combined.
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