Balthazar's Brioche French Toast

Indulge in the ultimate brunch treat with Balthazar's Brioche French Toast, a decadent twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Made with thick slices of soft brioche bread, this recipe features a rich, velvety custard mixture infused with eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of cinnamon. The bread is perfectly soaked, pan-fried in golden butter to achieve a crisp, caramelized crust, and served warm with your choice of maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries for a beautifully balanced finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this French toast is a luxurious way to elevate your morning. Ideal for weekend brunches or special occasions, it’s sure to impress family and friends. Perfect keywords: Brioche French Toast, breakfast recipe, brunch ideas, caramelized French toast, easy French toast recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices Brioche bread
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0 optional, for serving Maple syrup
• 0 optional, for garnish Powdered sugar
• 0 optional, for serving Fresh berries

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and smooth.

Step 2

Pour the custard mixture into a shallow baking dish to make coating the bread easier.

Step 3

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, letting it melt completely.

Step 4

While the skillet is heating, place one slice of brioche bread into the custard mixture and let it soak for about 20-30 seconds per side, ensuring it's evenly coated but not overly saturated.

Step 5

Carefully transfer the soaked bread slice to the hot skillet. Repeat the process with another slice or two (depending on the size of your skillet), but avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes on the first side, or until golden brown and caramelized. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side, until evenly browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and transfer it to a baking sheet or plate. Keep it warm by placing it in a low oven (200°F/95°C) while you cook the remaining slices.

Step 8

Repeat the soaking and cooking process, adding more butter to the skillet as needed, until all the bread slices are prepared.

Step 9

Once all the French toast is ready, serve immediately with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh berries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1180.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3195.7

Total Fat 182.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1346.6mg	0%
Sodium 1957.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 211.3g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 217.7IU	0%
Calcium 446.4mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 603.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 39.0%