Caramelized French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with this Caramelized French Toast recipe, a decadent twist on a classic favorite. Thick-cut slices of brioche or challah bread are soaked in a rich custard blend of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla, and cinnamon, then coated with sugar for a signature caramelized crust. As it sizzles in butter on a hot skillet, each slice transforms into a golden, crispy masterpiece with a perfectly soft and fluffy center. Topped with a drizzle of warm maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar, this French toast is the epitome of morning decadence. Elevate it further with fresh fruit or whipped cream for a brunch-worthy experience that’s sure to impress. Perfect for weekend breakfasts or special occasions, this recipe is your go-to for effortless comfort food with a gourmet twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-cut brioche or challah bread
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a medium-sized mixing bowl until fully combined.
Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or baking pan wide enough to fit the bread slices.
Dip the brioche or challah slices into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated. Let the bread soak for about 10 seconds per side, but do not oversaturate to prevent it from falling apart.
Spread the granulated sugar out on a plate. Gently press one side of each soaked bread slice into the sugar to create a thin coating for caramelization.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter for each batch of French toast. Swirl the butter to coat the entire pan as it melts.
Place the sugar-coated bread slices in the pan, sugar-side down. Cook for 2–3 minutes or until the sugar has caramelized into a golden, crispy layer. Flip the slices and cook the other side for an additional 2–3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
Remove the French toast from the skillet and repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter as needed for each new batch.
Serve the caramelized French toast warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkling of powdered sugar. Optionally, add fresh fruit or whipped cream as garnishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 168.8 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.0 g | 470% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1071 mg | 357% | |
| Sodium | 1300 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.9 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.0 g | ||
| Protein | 50.5 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 543 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 846 mg | 18% | |
*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.
