Grand Marnier French Toast
Elevate your breakfast game with this indulgent Grand Marnier French Toast, a luxurious twist on a classic favorite. Thick slices of buttery brioche bread are soaked in a rich custard mixture of eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and a splash of Grand Marnier, infusing every bite with a hint of citrusy sophistication. Fragrant cinnamon and vanilla add warmth, while powdered sugar and maple syrup provide the ultimate finishing touch. Perfectly golden and crisp on the edges, this elegant dish is ideal for special brunch gatherings or a weekend treat. Serve with fresh berries for a burst of brightness and color—each bite is pure decadence in breakfast form!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-cut brioche bread
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 cup Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and Grand Marnier until smooth and well combined.
Pour the egg mixture into a shallow dish or large pie pan to make dipping the bread easier.
Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
Dip a slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated but not oversoaked.
Carefully place the coated bread slice onto the heated skillet or griddle. Repeat with additional slices, cooking in batches if necessary.
Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter as needed for subsequent batches.
Once all slices are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter and dust with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve.
Serve the Grand Marnier French Toast warm with maple syrup drizzled on top and a side of fresh berries, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.4 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.5 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1015 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 1329 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.4 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 597 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1154 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.
