French Toast with Pears Brie and Cinnamon
Elevate your breakfast game with this decadent French Toast with Pears, Brie, and Cinnamon—a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and spiced flavors. Made with thick slices of buttery brioche or challah, each piece is soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection. The real magic lies in the toppings: tender, caramelized pears drizzled with honey, creamy slices of brie cheese, and a dusting of powdered sugar, all finished with a drizzle of warm maple syrup. This recipe is a sophisticated twist on a breakfast classic, combining rich ingredients with simple techniques to create a restaurant-worthy dish in just 25 minutes. It's an ideal choice for a cozy brunch or a special morning treat that will impress everyone at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 4 slices Thick Sliced Bread (e.g., brioche or challah)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 medium Fresh Pears
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 4 ounces Brie Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar
- 0.25 cup Maple Syrup
Instructions
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
Peel and core the pears, then slice them thinly. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced pears and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and lightly caramelized. Drizzle with honey and set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.
Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated but not overly soaked.
Place the coated bread slices into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Work in batches if necessary.
Once the French toast slices are cooked, transfer them to serving plates. Top each slice with a few slices of caramelized pears and a thin slice of brie cheese.
Lightly dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with warm maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy this elegant yet comforting French toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.4 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 815 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 1756 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.6 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.6 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 742 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
