Double Wonderful French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with Double Wonderful French Toast, a luscious twist on a classic favorite. Crafted with thick-sliced, buttery brioche bread and a rich custard blend of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, this recipe delivers a dreamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The "double" comes from pairing brioche slices to create decadent French toast sandwiches, with the option to add a layer of your favorite filling for an extra touch of indulgence. Cooked to golden perfection on a skillet and finished with powdered sugar, warm maple syrup, and optional toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream, this restaurant-worthy dish is perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion breakfast. Ready in just 35 minutes, it serves four and promises to wow your taste buds with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Thick-sliced brioche bread
- 6 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 option Optional toppings: fresh berries, whipped cream
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
Arrange the brioche slices in pairs to create 'sandwiches.' Spread a thin layer of butter or your favorite filling (like cream cheese) between each pair, or skip this step for plain French toast.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Swirl to coat the pan evenly.
Dip a 'sandwich' into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated but not overly saturated. Allow excess custard to drip off before placing it on the skillet.
Cook each 'sandwich' for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to avoid burning.
Remove the French toast from the skillet and keep warm on a plate tented with foil. Repeat with the remaining butter and bread until all slices are cooked.
Dust the French toast generously with powdered sugar, drizzle with warm maple syrup, and add optional toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Double Wonderful French Toast while it’s hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1447 mg | 482% | |
| Sodium | 2444 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.1 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.7 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.8 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
