Impress your family and friends with this delicious Brioche French Toast Recipe! Perfect for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat.
Let’s dive into a breakfast classic with a delicious twist: Brioche French Toast. Imagine fluffy, buttery brioche bread soaked in a rich, creamy custard, then fried to golden perfection. It’s like having dessert for breakfast! Whether you’re planning a lazy weekend brunch or just want to treat yourself on a weekday, this recipe is sure to impress.
Why Brioche?
First things first, why brioche? This French bread is known for its soft, tender crumb and slightly sweet flavor. It’s the perfect canvas for French toast because it soaks up the custard mixture beautifully without falling apart. Plus, the buttery richness of brioche elevates the whole dish, making each bite an indulgent experience.
I recommend preparing my beloved homemade brioche bread recipe as the base for this French toast. While store-bought brioche is a convenient option, the homemade version always tastes a notch better, adding an extra layer of flavor and freshness to your dish.
Ingredients
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- Brioche Bread: This bread is ideal for French toast because it soaks up the custard mixture beautifully without becoming mushy. It’s best to use day-old brioche. For the best results, bake a loaf of my brioche french bread recipe!
- Eggs: They act as a binding agent, holding the custard mixture together and helping it adhere to the bread. They also provide a rich, creamy texture. I recommend using fresh organic eggs.
- Milk: To create the custard base. I like to use dairy-free milk such as soy milk or oat milk. Works with any milk of choice.
- Vanilla Extract: Adding a warm, aromatic note.
- Ground Cinnamon: Adds a subtle warmth and spice to the French toast, enhancing its flavor profile. Omit if you don’t like cinnamon.
- Salt: Only a pinch.
- Butter: For frying, helping to achieve that perfect golden-brown crust. Use unsalted butter, but feel free to go for dairy-free butter.
Challah bread or this Swiss Zopf bread is a delicious swap for brioche bread.
If you have a sweet tooth, add 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar to the egg mixture. Personally, I prefer making French toast without sugar, allowing everyone to sweeten it to their taste with their choice of toppings.
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Visual Step-by-Step Instructions
This visual step-by-step instruction will help you along the way – definitely recommended if you’re a cooking beginner!
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a generous pat of butter.
- Dip one slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture and soak for about 20 seconds per side. Transfer immediately into the hot skillet and fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. → The outside should be crisp, and the inside should be soft and custardy.
- Repeat with the remaining slices of brioche, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve the Brioche French Toast with your favorite toppings! I love mine with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh berries.
Expert Tips
- Use Slightly Stale Bread: Day-old brioche absorbs the custard better, preventing a soggy texture and ensuring a perfect bite.
- Butter is Key: Don’t be shy with the butter when frying; it adds an unbeatable flavor and helps achieve that golden, crispy crust.
- Keep Warm: If cooking in batches, keep the finished French toast warm in a 200°F (90°C) oven. This ensures all servings stay perfectly toasty until you’re ready to serve.
Topping Ideas
- Fresh Berries
- Slices of fresh fruit such as banana, apple, or peach
- Applesauce
- Cinnamon & Sugar
- Maple Syrup
- Whipped Cream
- Nutella
- Chopped Nuts
- Greek Yogurt & Honey
Storage Instructions
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil for up to 2 days.
- Reheat either for one minute in the microwave or bake for 10 minutes in a 350°F (175°C) preheated oven.
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Ingredients
- 6 thick slices brioche bread day-old is best
- 3 eggs
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- a pinch salt
- 2-4 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a generous pat of butter.
- Dip one slice of brioche into the custard mixture and soak for about 20 seconds per side. Transfer immediately into the hot skillet and fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining slices of brioche, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve the Brioche French Toasts with your favorite toppings! I love mine with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh berries.
- Pro Tip: If you're making a large batch, keep the cooked slices warm in a 200°F oven while you finish the rest.
Notes
- Sugar: If you prefer it sweeter, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the egg mixture. I prefer making French toast without sugar, allowing everyone to sweeten it to their taste with their choice of toppings.
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Made this for Christmas Brunch! Easy to make everyone loved it!!!!!
Thank you for letting me know Hollie. I am very happy to hear that you and your family loved the French Toast. Have wonderful Holidays & a Happy New Year!
All the best,
Aline
Love it