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Two slices of brioche French toast with a pat of butter and syrup on a white plate, next to a gold fork.
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Brioche French Toast

Brioche French toast combines rich, buttery brioche bread slices with a cinnamon-spiced custard mixture to make possibly the best French toast you’ve ever had!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast and Brunch
Cuisine: American, French
Servings: 6
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup cream (can use half & half or whole milk)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frying)
  • 12 slices brioche bread
  • maple syrup, butter, or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, blend together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt and set aside.
    2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • In a pie plate or shallow dish (large enough to dip the bread in), beat the eggs and cream until blended. Add vanilla, mix well. Whisk in the brown sugar mixture.
    4 large eggs, 1 cup cream, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • In a skillet or griddle on medium heat, melt a tablespoon or two of butter. How much butter you need depends on the size of your griddle and personal preference.
  • While the pan heats, prepare the bread. Put a slice or two of brioche bread into the dish, allowing it to soak in the mixture, for at least 20 seconds but no more than 30 seconds. Flip the bread over and soak the other side. If you do this ahead, place each slice on a rimmed baking sheet until ready to fry.
    12 slices brioche bread
  • Transfer to the heated griddle. Fry the bread until each side is golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add more butter to the pan as needed and repeat.
  • Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • Yield: The yield depends somewhat on how thick the bread is sliced. Thicker slices will absorb more of the egg mixture. I've found it's usually enough to make 10 to 12 slices of French toast. 
  • Try different bread: You can use this recipe to make French toast with any type of bread you prefer.
  • Storage & reheating: Store leftover French toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. For best results, thaw frozen French toast overnight in the refrigerator. The best way to reheat French toast is on the stovetop in a skillet. You can also warm it in the microwave for 30 seconds or until heated through. 

Nutrition

Serving: 2slices | Calories: 569kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 309mg | Sodium: 429mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1597IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg

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