Hazelnut French Toast
Elevate your breakfast game with this indulgent Hazelnut French Toast recipe, featuring thick slices of buttery brioche bread stuffed with creamy hazelnut spread and coated in a rich cinnamon-vanilla custard. Each bite is a luxurious blend of crisp, golden-brown edges and a soft, decadent center, complemented by the irresistible crunch of chopped hazelnuts. Perfect for brunch or a special morning treat, this recipe combines simple ingredients like eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream to create a restaurant-quality dish in just 25 minutes. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup for a picture-perfect finish that will delight your taste buds. Treat yourself to this gourmet twist on classic French toast for a truly unforgettable start to your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche bread
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)
- 0.25 cup Chopped hazelnuts
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Spread a layer of hazelnut spread on one side of each slice of brioche bread, then sandwich two slices together, hazelnut spread side in, to create three stuffed sandwiches.
Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully soaked but not overly soggy.
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the preheated skillet. Place the sandwiches in the skillet (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Add more butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
Remove the French toast from the skillet and place on serving plates.
Sprinkle chopped hazelnuts and powdered sugar over the top of the French toast.
Serve warm with maple syrup on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.3 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 799 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.0 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.0 g | ||
| Protein | 55.9 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1620 mg | 34% | |
*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.
