Lost Maples French Toast
Indulge in the rustic charm of Lost Maples French Toast, a decadent breakfast treat that combines the rich flavors of thick-sliced brioche or challah bread with a luscious egg custard infused with pure maple syrup, vanilla, and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe features a golden, buttery exterior and a soft, custardy center, perfect for soaking up drizzles of warm maple syrup. Garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar and optional fresh fruit like juicy strawberries or blueberries, this French toast turns any morning into a gourmet affair. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate choice for brunch or a weekend breakfast to share with loved ones.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup additional pure maple syrup for serving
- 1 cup fresh fruit (optional, such as sliced strawberries or blueberries)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture into a shallow dish, such as a pie pan or casserole dish, for easy dipping.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
Dip each slice of brioche or challah bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated. Allow the bread to soak for a few seconds, but do not oversaturate.
Place the dipped bread slices onto the skillet or griddle. Depending on the size of your pan, you may need to cook in batches.
Cook each slice for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp around the edges. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
Transfer the cooked slices to a serving platter and keep warm while preparing the remaining slices.
Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top of the French toast for a touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately with additional maple syrup on the side and, if desired, fresh fruit such as sliced strawberries or blueberries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 9% | |
*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.
