Description
This Honey Cinnamon Brioche French Toast recipe offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, utilizing rich brioche bread soaked in a luscious mixture of eggs, milk, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla. Pan-fried to golden perfection and topped with extra honey and powdered sugar, this breakfast favorite is indulgent yet simple to prepare in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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French Toast Mixture
- 4 slices brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Cooking and Serving
- 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking
- Powdered sugar, for serving
- Extra honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, honey, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter to melt and coat the surface.
- Dip the brioche slices: Dunk each slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are evenly coated. Let any excess drip off to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Place the dipped brioche slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until each slice is golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Repeat cooking: Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the pan. Repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve and garnish: Serve the French toast warm, drizzled generously with extra honey and dusted with powdered sugar for added sweetness and visual appeal.
Notes
- Use day-old brioche bread for better absorption and texture, but fresh brioche works well too.
- Adjust honey in the egg mixture and for drizzling to taste for desired sweetness.
- Ensure the skillet is properly heated to medium; too hot will burn the toast while too low will lead to sogginess.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
- Optional toppings include fresh berries, sliced bananas, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added texture.
