Description
Indulge in the ultimate French toast experience with this recipe. Thick slices of Challah or Brioche bread soaked in a rich mixture of half-n-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, then cooked to perfection in butter. A breakfast delight for all!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf Challah or Brioche Bread (cut into thick slices)
- 2 cups Half-n-Half or Heavy Cream
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Salted Butter (to cook in)
Instructions
- Prepare Custard Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together half-n-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Soak Bread: Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Cook French Toast: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook the soaked bread slices until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve: Serve warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest to the custard mixture.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the French toast to ensure even browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg