Creamy Brioche French Toast – 15‑Minute Rich & Spiced Breakfast Treat

 

Nothing compares to a plate of French toast for brunch satisfaction. However, that doesn't mean you should grab some stale bread and a few eggs that are sitting in the back of your refrigerator.

You'll need to go beyond the basics to make the best French toast. A good French toast recipe calls for thick slices of bread, warm spices, and rich cream. Everything comes together to create a rich breakfast that will be enjoyed by all.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 5 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

French Toast Ingredients

• 1 ½ Half-and-half cream
• 3 egg yolks
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ nutmeg ground
• Brioche bread that is a day old (8 slices, 1 inch thick)
• Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar are optional garnishes.

Yield: 4 servings

Baking Instructions

You can quickly make French toast with these detailed instructions.

1. Build a French toast assembly line first. Remove and set aside your bread. Next, get a shallow bowl big enough to hold one or two slices. Whisk together the half-and-half, egg yolks, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to create a rich custard. Heat a griddle that has been oiled to a medium temperature. Make sure there is no separation visible and that the eggs are completely whisked.
2. Using one hand, submerge the day-old brioche bread in the custard. Give each side a five-second soak. This will make the middle of your toast creamy without making it too wet. Allow any extra to fall off.
3.  Now is the time to start cooking! After soaking, place the bread on the buttered griddle and cook until golden brown on the bottom. (You can peek by lifting a corner.) Repeat after flipping the toast. Your pièce de résistance is prepared for serving when both sides are cooked to your preference. Add your preferred toppings to finish.

You can add powdered sugar, fresh berries, maple syrup, and a dash of cinnamon. Alternatively, experiment by adding a dollop of homemade hazelnut whipped cream.

Nutrition

2 pieces contains	546 calories
Fat	24 g
Unsaturated fat	15 g
Cholesterol	263 mg
Sodium	786 mg
Carbohydrate	64 g
Sugars	25 g
Fibers	2 g
Protein	13 g

French Toast Recipe Variations

Swap milks: Half-and-half adds a great deal of richness, but you can use any kind of milk you have on hand. Steer clear of dairy? Cashew, coconut, soy, and almond milk are all suitable alternatives.

Blend the flavors: Use honey or maple syrup in place of the brown sugar to change up the flavor.

Make use of an extract: Try a variety of extracts, such as orange, coconut, or almond.

Go savory: Do you dislike breakfast sweets? Instead, make savory French toast. Serve it with some sausage patties and scrambled eggs, omitting the sugar and extract.

Use some spice: Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are traditional, but you can experiment with cardamom, lemon zest, anise, and anything else you have in your spice cabinet.

Put some crunch in there: Top your toast with crunchy toppings to add more texture. The chopped walnuts in this nut-filled French toast recipe are a great addition, but you could use almost any other nut.

Choose a different kind of bread: You can use sourdough, whole wheat, or a crispy artisan loaf. This inventive recipe goes above and beyond by using premade blueberry muffins to make French toast.

Assemble the toppings: Your most inventive creations can be built upon French toast. The options are endless: cover it with marshmallow fluff, fresh fruit and powdered sugar, or peanut butter and jelly.

FAQs Regarding French Toast Recipe

How should leftover French toast be stored?

The best way to preserve leftover French toast is to keep it in the refrigerator for up to two days in an airtight container. Reheat leftovers by zapping them in the microwave for a minute or toasting them in a skillet with butter.

Can leftover French toast be frozen?

French toast keeps much longer when frozen. To do this, let the French toast cool fully before arranging the slices in an airtight container, sandwiching any toast layers with wax paper or parchment.

Keep for up to three months in the freezer. Place the slices of frozen French toast on a baking sheet to reheat. After 8 minutes of baking at 425°F, turn the slices over and continue baking for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are thoroughly heated and golden brown.

Which bread is ideal for French toast?

Fresher doesn't always equate to better when it comes to French toast. This dish is actually known as pain perdu in French, which means "lost bread." Make use of sturdy, slightly stale day-old bread. It will absorb the custard in this manner without getting soggy. 

If all you have is fresh bread, you can lightly toast your slices to dry them out a little. Bake them for about 10 minutes at 300°, flipping them halfway through. Aim for dryness rather than toastiness, so make sure the slices aren't getting too colored.

My French toast is soggy; why is that?

Your French toast could become soggy for a few reasons. The first was that your bread might be too fresh, which we discussed in the question above. Leaving your bread to soak in the custard mix for an extended period of time may also be the cause. Your bread should soak for no more than five seconds on each side. 

Additionally, you might be using too much heat when making your French toast. This results in a soggy slice of toast because it chars the outside without fully cooking it through. For optimal results, keep your skillet or griddle on medium heat.

Is it possible to prepare French toast custard in advance?

It's not the ideal plan. You may notice spots on your French toast that resemble fried eggs as your custard begins to separate. Additionally, when eggs are removed from their shells, they are likely to absorb flavors and smells from the refrigerator, which could cause your custard to taste off.

This overnight French toast recipe is a hands-off option if you need to free up some time in the morning.

What accompaniments go well with French toast?

To be honest, French toast can be used to serve almost any breakfast favorite! Hash browns, fresh berries or melon, bacon or sausage, or a couple of eggs are all excellent choices. There are no limits!

 Read Also >>> Blueberry Breakfast Cake Recipe

You can also try this cinnamon roll French toast recipe if you like.

When you combine French toast and cinnamon rolls, two popular breakfast staples, into one delicious dish, something magical happens. By combining the best elements of both classics, Cinnamon Roll French Toast creates a comforting and decadent breakfast or brunch dish that is even better than you could have ever dreamed.

As slices of cinnamon swirl bread soak in a rich, custard bath and become golden, crisp perfection, imagine the scent of warm cinnamon wafting through your kitchen. A creamy glaze is drizzled over the top, adding a velvety sweetness that perfectly balances the spiced bread, just when you thought it couldn't get any better.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients to Make This Cinnamon Roll French Toast

• 3 large eggs
• 8 slices of cinnamon swirl bread
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Butter or oil for cooking

For the creamy glaze:

• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions to Make This Cinnamon Roll French Toast

1. Beat the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a medium-sized bowl. Keep whisking until everything is smooth and completely combined. The custard should still be pourable but have a slight thickness. As the bread soaks, the warm, fragrant flavor of the custard from the cinnamon and nutmeg will permeate it.
2. Over medium heat, place a large skillet or griddle. Pour oil or butter into the pan and allow it to melt completely. To keep the French toast from sticking and to guarantee a gorgeously crispy outside, you want to use enough butter or oil to cover the bottom of the skillet. Your skillet is ready for the bread when the butter is melted and bubbling.
3. Coat one slice of cinnamon swirl bread on both sides with the custard mixture by dipping it into it. The bread should absorb enough of the custard to give it a rich, custardy interior, but it shouldn't be drenched. Before moving the bread to the skillet, allow any extra custard to drip off. Continue doing this with the remaining bread slices.
4. Be careful not to crowd the skillet with the custard-soaked bread slices. You want the bread to have room to cook evenly on all sides. The French toast should be cooked for two to three minutes on each side, or until it is crispy and golden brown. To prevent the toast from burning, you should monitor the heat. Make sure the French toast cooks slowly enough to form the ideal golden crust without getting overly dark by adjusting the heat as necessary.
5. You can make the creamy glaze while the French toast cooks. Mix the milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a different bowl. Keep whisking until the glaze is pourable and smooth. To get the right consistency if the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk. The glaze should be thick enough to coat the bread but just thin enough to drizzle over the French toast with ease.
6. Take the French toast out of the skillet and transfer it to a serving platter once it is crispy and golden brown on both sides. Cover each slice with a generous amount of the creamy glaze, letting it soak into the warm French toast. While the French toast is still warm and the glaze is smooth and creamy, serve it right away. Savor the rich, decadent texture and the symphony of warm, spiced flavors.