The Ultimate Brioche French Toast Recipe

The recipe starts by whisking full-fat milk, heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg into a smooth custard. Thick slices of brioche bread, about an inch thick, are soaked in this mixture for a few minutes per side, allowing the custard to penetrate and soften the bread thoroughly. The combination of dairy and egg yolks yields richness and smoothness.

Cooking is done in a well-buttered skillet over medium-low heat to encourage even cooking and prevent burning. Each side becomes golden brown with slightly crisp edges while maintaining a tender, custardy center. The use of brioche, a buttery and soft bread, helps achieve a luxurious texture that holds the custard well without falling apart.

French toast is served warm, traditionally with maple syrup, cream, and fresh berries which add sweetness and acidity to balance the richness. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to two days and reheated carefully in a buttered skillet or briefly in the microwave to regain some of the original texture and warmth.