I like a bit of spice to complement all that sweetness in the toast, and I prefer cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg. Cinnamon, combined with nutmeg, tastes warm and comforting and reminds you of fall. A pinch of nutmeg is enough not to make it too spicy and works very well with hot cinnamon. French toast is a popular breakfast dish, but you can treat yourself to these comforting tastes in the afternoon or evening. But this easy brioche French toast recipe is not a very strict definition of such a versatile dish. The toppings can be any combination, and you can go crazy. If you love bread and want to make a popular savory bread breakfast dish, check out this Easy Breakfast Casserole With Bread – Easy breakfast casserole with eggs, bread, and vegetables topped with cheese. Brioche is a loaf made from a dough enriched with eggs and loads of butter, giving it a slightly sweet yet rich taste and a cakey texture. Other than brioche, Jewish challah bread is a good alternative. Similar to brioche, it is made with eggs but without dairy. Leftover bread would be a great choice. For one, you get stale bread, which has dried up with time. In addition, what better way to use leftover bread? Half and half – is a mixture of half cream and half milk. It is more diluted than heavy cream but thicker and creamier than milk. Eggs – are the essence of the dip and the flavor the bread absorbs. Vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg—spices to up the flavor of the toast. Orange Zest – to have some citrusy flavor in the toast. Sugar – a little sugar to balance the spices. Salt – added to bring all the flavors together. Butter – is used for cooking the bread, and you can add a dollop of butter to make the breakfast richer. Berries – I have topped the toast with a few blueberries and slices of strawberry.
Prep
Start with making a bath of half and half, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, salt, and zest. Add all of those to a rectangular shallow dish and whisk well. Heat a tablespoon of butter in a hot skillet and let it melt.
Dip bread and toast
Dip the bread slices into this mixture and let it coat both sides. Cook the dipped slice for 1 minute on each side. The bread should become a golden brown color on the sides. Keep it aside. Repeat for all bread slices. Serve with your favorite toppings. Refer to the ‘Serve with’ section for ideas for toppings. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. You need to ensure that the toasted slices do not touch each other, or they will stick together. There are two ways to do that: first, separate slices with baking/parchment paper while storing the whole loaf together. Second, wrap each slice with a plastic wrap. Once you finish this, add the whole thing to a large zip-lock freezer bag. There are many ways to reheat cold French toast. You can reheat them in the microwave or heat them in a skillet. Syrup, chocolate, and Nutella—maple syrup is a must for me. I would not skip this for honey, which is healthy but more viscous and sweeter. Kids will also love a spread of Nutella on top. Chocolate sauce and caramel will undoubtedly be hits too. Fresh fruits – like bananas, blueberries, and strawberries, make it refreshing. Berries add a sweet yet slightly tart taste to the overall sweet profile of the maple syrup. Nuts – You can also try a variety of nuts, from almonds to walnuts. The crunchy taste of nuts combined with the spice of cinnamon and the sweetness of maple syrup will surely make you crave seconds. Cheese – Add a butter or cream cheese dollop for a more lavish and rich serving. Ice cream – Make it even more indulgent with some ice cream; you have enough for brunch.
