I have never made french toast before. If you can believe that…
This past weekend I finally made an attempt and it turned out well! I used a brioche pan loaf from Amy’s Bread in the Chelsea Market.
Brioche French Toast
Serves 4 (about 2 slices each)
Adapted from Martha Stewart
-6 large eggs
-1/2 c light brown sugar
-4 c milk
-1 tsp cinnamon, ground
-1/8 tsp vanilla extract
-pinch nutmeg, ground
-brioche pan loaf, stale and sliced into 1″ thick slices
-stick of butter, at least half a stick (4 tbsp)
-powdered sugar
-maple syrup
Preheat oven to 200° with a baking sheet inside.
Whisk together eggs, sugar, and milk in large bowl. Add cinnamon, vanilla, and nutmeg.
Heat large pan over medium-high heat and melt butter to coat bottom.
Take a slice of brioche, dip in mixture for 30 seconds, flip. After another 30 seconds, place in pan.
Cook for 4-5 minutes, until bottom becomes golden brown. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Once both sides are golden brown, place slice on baking sheet in oven to keep warm.
Repeat with the remaining slices of brioche. Remember to butter the pan between slices in order to promote browning and add flavor. The times in the pan may vary. Check the color of your brioche occasionally to make sure you don’t burn it.
Serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of warm maple syrup.
Enjoy!
Tagged: breakfast, brioche, cooking, french toast
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