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    Breakfast Recipes » Brioche French Toast Recipe

    Brioche French Toast Recipe

    Posted On February 15, 2022 By Mirlene Last updated May 13, 2022 27 Comments

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    Simple Brioche French Toast Recipe that you’ll love and will want to make over and over again for your family. Thick-sliced brioche bread dipped in the sweet egg batter, making one of the most delicious, buttery, and luxurious French toast that you can ever find. 

    French toast on white plate with fruits and butter

    The best and most delicious French toast ever that’s prepared with brioche sliced bread!

    None eggy, none soggy, and the most well-done brioche toast you will want to taste and make every weekend. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.

    What Is Brioche French Toast?

    Brioche French Toast is a perfect breakfast option made with the goodness of brioche bread, covered in the goodness of milk or cream, eggs, butter, and sugar. You can also add vanilla and cinnamon together.

    Two slices of French brioche French toast. Topped with Maple syrup and raspberries on a white plate with slices brioche French toast in the background.

    While it can be made with white bread slices, chalk bread, brioche bread’s thick slices only add to the deliciousness of the toasts.

    These French toasts are incredibly rich as they are loaded with butter, milk, and eggs.

    You can also toast the bread in the oven in a single layer by placing them on a baking sheet to toast.

    When mixing the ingredients, it is best to use a shallow dish. This will help prevent messes.

    What’s So Unique About It?

    This French toast is a dense and flavorful breakfast meal that delivers a perfect punch of sweetness and enriching flavors first thing in the morning.

     

    The French toasts are made from rich brioche bread, and the thick slices will make the densest toasts out there.

    syrup, butter, and fruits on top of brioche French toast

    The most unique thing about this recipe is that the bread is made with butter, milk, egg, and flour, which adds to the richness of the flavors. Also, these ingredients create the softest and most moist bread for your morning toasts without breaking apart.

    In fact, brioche belongs to France, which is only another reason to love these special French toasts.

    The bread is lightly toasted before dipping it into the egg mixture.

    After toasting the bread, you’ll finish it off in a skillet over the stove. Add your preferred syrup or fruit compote, and enjoy.

    A simple French toast breakfast dish. Trust us, you’ll want to whip this up for your family on Saturdays. This is the easiest, most crispy French toast dish ever.

    butter on top of brioche French toast

    I love brioche bread and French toast has always been my favorite to make. My husband, AJ and I would sometime battle between French toast and pancakes. Needless to say, he is a pancake lover. However, I am a French toast gal!

    I often win the fight :-). What’s not to love about a crispy toasts that’s covered in syrup, fruits and maybe powdered sugar. 

    This recipe is easy to make. It is a classic breakfast recipe that can feed a family with no real work.

    What Makes Brioche Different To Most Breads?

    Brioche bread is perfect for French toast because it holds well when soaked in the egg mixture. It is filling and satisfying. 

    We do not like a bread that cannot stand the weight of the egg mixture when making French toast.

    Brioche compared to other bread, is very good because it is tough and it soaks well. It’s a thicker bread but not tough to cook or work with. 

    How To Prevent The Brioche Bread From Being Soggy?

    A good French toast meal does not include a soggy bread. In fact, the bread is lightly crispy and yet soft.

    It doesn’t taste like it was submerged in eggs, but instead, lightly coated with eggs and cinnamon.

    The key to not having soggy bread is to lightly toast the bread before dipping it into the egg mixture.

    By toasting the bread first, this ensure you to have a crispy French toast every time while the inside is still soft. 

    Recipe Ingredients

    • 4 slices brioche bread – Do not miss lightly toasting the bread. It will keep the bread from falling apart and being soggy.
    • 3 large eggs – Help keep the bread together and allow it to “toast”.
    • ½ cup milk or heavy cream – Used to mix the ingredients together.
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt – Balance out the sweet flavor.
    • Butter – make the bread crispy on the outside.
    • Fruits to garnish optional
    • Syrup
    • 2 teaspoon cinnamon

    How To Make It?

    List of ingredients to make brioche French toast recipe. also showing step by step instructions in the pictures

    When ready to make this dish, toast all the bread and set them aside. You can cut the bread in half diagonally or leave whole.

    Mix all the ingredients. Dip the bread into the egg mixture, then add it to the buttered skillet. 

    Cook until golden brown on both sides. Place in the oven at 200 degrees to keep warm while you finish the other slices. Serve with your favorite syrup and fruits. 

    fruits and butter on top of brioche French toast

    How To Store Your French Toast?

    When it comes down to brioche, it is known for the dense texture that doesn’t fall apart. However, it can go stale just like other breads, which is why it must be stored in a plastic bag, or you can wrap it tightly in aluminum foil to retain its moisture.

    Having said that, you can only store brioche bread in the refrigerator for three to four days. On the other hand, there is no way you can store the cooked French toast as it’s not a healthy choice to make. 

    What To Your French Toast With?

    Honestly, brioche French toasts are incredibly delicious on their own but serving it with maple syrup, and fresh berries will only add to the flavor.

    On the other hand, if you are trying to create a breakfast spread, serve it with coffee or fresh orange juice. In fact, setting some scrambled eggs and turkey bacon on the side is also a great option! 

    More Breakfast Ideas To Enjoy

    If you have a sweet tooth and want to fulfill these sweet cravings first thing in the morning, nothing tastes better than this brioche French toast.

    After trying this recipe French toast dish, try one of these breakfast ideas next.

    French toast on white plate with fruits and butter

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    syrup, butter, and fruits on top of brioche French toast

    The Best Brioche French Toast Recipe

    Savory Thoughts
    Simple Brioche French Toast Recipe that you'll love and will want to make over and over again for your family. The BEST brioche bread french toast ever! Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.
    5 from 20 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 People
    Calories 824 kcal

    Equipment

    • Skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 6-8 slices brioche bread
    • 3 large eggs
    • ½ cup milk or heavy cream
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • butter
    • fruits to garnish optional
    • syrup
    • 2 teaspoon cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • If desired, cut the bread diagonally. Toast the bread lightly. Set aside. 
      In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and salt together. Whisk well. Dip the bread into the mixture.
      Then place the bread in the heated buttered skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Best to slow cook on medium heat.
      List of ingredients to make brioche French toast recipe. also showing step by step instructions in the pictures
    • Place in the oven on 200 degrees to keep the french toast warm while you finish the other toasts.
      Repeat the process. Serve warm with your favorite syrup and fruits. Enjoy! 
      syrup, butter, and fruits on top of brioche French toast

    Video

    Notes

    Use real butter. This is key to have additional crispiness around the edges. 
    If you would like to use non-dairy, or dairy-free milk, a great alternative is to use coconut milk or coconut milk. This milk will provide a hint of coconut flavor and taste so delicious. 
    Be sure to not soak the bread too long as you do not want it to fall apart on you. 
     
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2PeopleCalories: 824kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 20gFat: 65gSaturated Fat: 37gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 446mgSodium: 1868mgPotassium: 118mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUCalcium: 270mgIron: 2.2mg
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    Comments

    1. JimmyB

      November 05, 2022 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      I made French Toast this morning. Publix had Sara Lee Brioche bread on a BOGO this past week and I bought a loaf. Looking at the loaf in the wrapper I said to myself, “This would make great French Toast.” And then I ran across your recipe for French Toast using Brioche bread. I used my recipe but followed your tips of using Brioche bread and giving it a light toast which I had never done before. It was a great idea! The other thing I did for a change was make the egg and milk mix in a bowl and then poured it on to a rimmed sheet pan and dipped all 4 slices at once. Much easier than one at a time in a shallow bowl. Thanks for the inspiration from your recipe.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        November 11, 2022 at 3:07 am

        Thank you so much for leaving a comment. I will definitely use the method of pouring it on to a rimmed sheet pan. This will save me so much time! Thanks again. Appreciate your comment.

        Reply
    2. Geetanjali Tung

      April 13, 2019 at 1:16 am

      5 stars
      The french toast looks so amazing! I am literally drooling! Love all those tips!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:01 am

        Thank you, Geetanjali.

        Reply
    3. Lathiya

      April 12, 2019 at 9:19 pm

      5 stars
      I love the idea to toast the bread slightly before dipping it in egg mixture. I’m going to try this for our next french toast breakfast.

      Reply
    4. April

      April 08, 2019 at 10:28 pm

      5 stars
      One of the best breakfast recipes I have seen lately. That toast must be so delicious that I wish there were three breakfasts in a day so I could enjoy this brioche French toast more often! 🙂

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 11, 2019 at 9:36 am

        For sure. Thank you, April!

        Reply
    5. Kari Heron

      April 08, 2019 at 4:35 pm

      Mimi!!! This has me drooling! Thanks so much for that tip to toast the bread before making the French toast!

      Reply
    6. Jacqueline Debono

      April 07, 2019 at 3:06 pm

      5 stars
      I love French toast but have never made it with brioche bread. Sounds awesome and your tip about toasting it first is excellent! No more soggy French toast!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 11, 2019 at 9:37 am

        Thank you, Jacqueline!

        Reply
    7. Alexis

      April 07, 2019 at 2:10 am

      5 stars
      One of my boys absolutely loves french toast, he’d go crazy for this recipe. I’m going to save it fo rhim for his next special occasion. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:02 am

        Thank you, Alexis.

        Reply
    8. Jenni LeBaron

      April 07, 2019 at 12:11 am

      5 stars
      Brioche is definitely the kind of all breads and the perfect choice for French toast. I love making sweet dishes like this for a special weekend brunch. Looks great!

      Reply
    9. Sophia

      April 05, 2019 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I love french toast and using brioche bread is such a delicious twist. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    10. Maman de sara

      April 04, 2019 at 8:49 pm

      5 stars
      I make French toast often but not with brioche bread. That looks tasty!

      Reply
    11. Stine Mari

      April 04, 2019 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      You definitely got me craving french toast, and especially using brioche! I’m already picturing my friends and I eating this for our next brunch. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:05 am

        Hahaha! I hope you enjoy it. Thank you.

        Reply
    12. Kacie Morgan

      April 04, 2019 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never made my own French toast before but I’ve been meaning to try it for a while; you’ve reminded me to get a move on and just do it, as it looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 14, 2019 at 11:05 am

        Thank you, Kacie.

        Reply
    13. Amanda

      April 04, 2019 at 1:31 am

      5 stars
      I love the idea of toasting the bread first! I can’t believe I haven’t tried that yet. Such a great idea. This french toast is definitely making an appearance on our Easter brunch menu. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    14. Gloria | Homemade & Yummy

      April 03, 2019 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      YUP…you are calling my name with this recipe. What a treat for the weekend brunch. Brioche is so delicious.

      Reply
    15. Lesli Schwartz

      April 02, 2019 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my! This brioche French Toast looks amazing! Definitely a level up from the ordinary breakfast!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 02, 2019 at 9:40 pm

        hhahaha Thanks Lesli!

        Reply
    16. Kelly Anthony

      April 02, 2019 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      I love your idea of toasting the bread first. Such a great idea for keeping the bread from getting soggy. Thanks for sharing your yummy french toast recipe.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 02, 2019 at 9:40 pm

        Thank you, Kelly!

        Reply
    17. Danielle Wolter

      April 02, 2019 at 6:18 pm

      5 stars
      i am so craving french toast now!!! This looks absolutely incredible. The perfect brunch dish 🙂

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 02, 2019 at 9:41 pm

        Thank you, Danielle 🙂

        Reply

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