Description
Cream French Toast is a luxurious breakfast treat that elevates your morning routine. Thick slices of brioche or challah are soaked in a rich custard made with eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla, then cooked until golden brown. Served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, each bite is a delightful combination of creamy and crispy textures that will transform any ordinary day into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
- Maple syrup (for drizzling)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Soak the bread slices in the custard mixture for about 5 minutes per side.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Place soaked bread onto the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and topped with maple syrup or fresh fruits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg