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Thick-Cut Brioche French Toast
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Thick-Cut Brioche French Toast

★ 4.5 · Easy

Rich brioche slices soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and pan-fried until golden and crisp outside, soft and custardy within.

10 minPrep Time
15 minCook Time
25 minTotal Time
4 servings (8 slices)Yield

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)

410Calories
12gProtein
18gFat
48gCarbs
1gFiber
380mgSodium

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

  1. 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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