Classic Brioche French Toast
Golden, custard-soaked brioche slices cooked until crispy outside and creamy inside. Ready in 15 minutes and perfect for a simple breakfast or brunch.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 298
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 slices brioche, sliced
- 1.5 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- 1
Crack the 2 eggs into a shallow bowl (like a cereal bowl). Pour in 0.33 cup milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- 2
Whisk the egg mixture with a fork for about 20 seconds until the color is uniform and no streaks of white remain.
- 3
Place a 10-inch skillet over medium heat and add 1.5 tablespoons butter. Wait about 60 seconds until the butter melts completely and smells nutty.
- 4
Pick up one brioche slice with your fingers, dip it into the egg mixture for 1 full second on each side (do not soak), and place it in the hot skillet.
- 5
Repeat with the remaining 3 brioche slices, placing them in the skillet so they do not touch each other.
- 6
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom of each slice turns golden brown (the color of caramel candy) and the edges look darker and crispy.
- 7
Using a thin metal spatula, slide it under each slice and flip it over in one quick motion.
- 8
Cook the second side for 1 to 2 minutes until it also turns golden brown and feels slightly firm when you press the center with your finger.
- 9
Transfer the 4 slices to a serving plate. Top with fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream as desired.
Tools you’ll need
- shallow bowl (cereal bowl size)
- fork
- 10-inch skillet
- thin metal spatula
- serving plate
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