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Brioche French Toast

@arecipe.bsky.social

A strategic utilization of stale, enriched breads (like challah or brioche) soaked in a sweet custard and caramelized in a skillet, turning waste into luxury.

Cook 00:15
Yield 4

Ingredients

  • 4 thick-sliced brioche or challah
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. 1
    Whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and sugar.
  2. 2
    Briefly submerge the bread to absorb the custard (avoid over-soaking).
  3. 3
    Griddle in hot butter until the exterior caramelizes and browns.
Category
Breakfast
Cuisine
American

Dietary Information

Vegetarian

Recipe Attribution

Food Network
foodnetwork.com/recipes/photos/foodnetwork-top-50-most-saved-recipes