This classic brioche French toast recipe is going to become your new favorite breakfast! Buttery, golden brown Brioche French toast topped with fruit and maple syrup, no better way to start the day.
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BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST
This simple yet irresistible brioche French toast is about to take your breakfast to a whole new level! Soft, fluffy brioche slices soaked in a sweet egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection—it’s the kind of breakfast that’s impossible to resist. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a quiet morning, this classic French toast recipe is destined to become a staple in your home. Get ready for a family favorite that’s both easy to make and packed with delicious flavor!
WHAT YOU NEED-
- Brioche Bread – For the best French toast, start with high-quality brioche bread! If you don’t have it on hand, French bread or Challah are great alternatives. I prefer that you get thick sliced brioche bread, the thicker the better!
- Eggs – Fresh eggs are key to creating the perfect custard-like coating for your bread.
- Cream – You can use regular milk, half-and-half, or even flavored creamers like hazelnut or sweet cream for a sweeter twist on your brioche French toast.
- Cinnamon – A dash of cinnamon adds warm, aromatic flavors to the dish. Feel free to skip it if you’re not a fan.
- Vanilla – Always use pure vanilla extract in the egg mixture; it enhances the overall flavor of the French toast. You can also swap vanilla for almond extract, for a nutty flavor!
- Oil & Butter – A combination of butter and oil is ideal for cooking French toast, giving it that perfect golden-brown crispiness while keeping it moist inside.
HOW TO MAKE FRENCH TOAST
This quick and easy French toast recipe is ready in under 20 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a hassle-free breakfast or brunch!
- Whisk together all the ingredients for the egg mixture in a bowl.
- Heat a skillet with butter and oil over medium heat.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Place the dipped bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove from the skillet, transfer to a plate, and serve with desired toppings!
| How long do I soak the bread before cooking? The key to the perfect French toast is the soaking step! You do not want to over soak or your French toast will be mushy and soggy, and you don’t want to under soak or your bread will be dry. You want to soak about 3-4 seconds per side if you are using thick slices. Soak 1-2 per side if you are using the precut store-bought brioche bread that is thinner. |
FRENCH TOAST VARIATIONS
- Classic– This method is the traditional way to make French toast! It’s a tried-and-true favorite you can always count on!
- Casserole– Have you ever tried French toast casserole? It’s a hearty, make-ahead breakfast that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Make my brioche French Toast Casserole recipe, the casserole is great to make overnight!
- Stuffed– For a decadent twist, sandwich two slices of bread with a creamy, fruity filling before dipping. Stuffed French toast is next-level delicious!
- Sticks– Slice your bread into sticks before dipping for a fun and easy-to-eat version. French toast sticks are a popular choice!
- Bites– Cut the bread into small 1-inch cubes for French toast bites. They’re a big hit with kids! For extra sweetness, dip them in cinnamon sugar after baking
TOPPING IDEAS
Add a twist to this classic Brioche French Toast recipe by selecting from a variety of delicious toppings! Here are some of our top picks to elevate your French toast:
- Whipped Cream
- Maple Syrup
- Sauces: caramel, white chocolate, chocolate, strawberry
- Fresh Fruit
- Cinnamon sugar
- Powdered sugar
- Chopped Nuts
- Jam
- Nutella
- Peanut Butter
| Serving Ideas– Pair your French toast with some fresh eggs, bacon, breakfast sausage, hash browns and orange juice for the perfect hearty breakfast or brunch! |
FRENCH TOAST FLAVORS
There are so many delicious ways to flavor your French toast!
- Berry– Once your French toast is ready, top it with fresh berries or a sweet berry sauce for a fruity kick.
- Oreo– For the Oreo fanatics, sprinkle crushed Oreos on top and drizzle with icing for a sweet, indulgent treat.
- Cinnamon– Coat your French toast in cinnamon sugar after cooking for the perfect cinnamon-flavored twist on the classic.
- Pumpkin– Use pumpkin spice creamer and pumpkin pie spice in the egg mixture during the fall for a cozy, seasonal flavor.
- Banana Foster– Top with sliced bananas, chopped nuts, and a generous drizzle of caramel for a decadent banana foster-inspired French toast!
QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE:
Yes, you can totally swap out the milk for a dairy free milk option!
You can make the egg custard mixture up to a day in advance! You do NOT want to soak the bread ahead of time
Brioche French toast is specifically made with brioche bread. Regular French toast can be made with different types of bread, such as French bread, baguette, sourdough, challah, or classic white bread.
Soggy French toast comes from over soaking the bread in the egg custard mixture. Another reason could be the cooking time is too hot. When the heat is too high, your bread will cook and crisp on the outside, while the inside is still soggy and underbaked.
Store the cooled brioche French toast in an airtight container or wrapped in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Yes! Once the cooked French toast is cooled, transfer to a freezer safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat the French toast in the microwave, oven, air fryer, or toaster oven. Frozen French toast can be heated frozen, or thawed then reheated.
Although you can use either fresh or stale. Stale bread is actually recommended for French toast because the dry texture absorbs the egg custard better, giving you the perfect French toast!
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Classic Brioche French Toast
Ingredients
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
egg mixture-
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk or creamer
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla and sugar.
- Dredge the bread slices in the egg mixtures, fully coating each bread slice. Do not over soak or the bread will become soggy.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp butter and add the dredged bread slices to the skillet.
- Cook on medium high heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden crispy.
- Remove and repeat with all the bread slices, dipping right before adding into the heated skillet.
- Serve with desired sides.
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