Brioche French Toast

Jul 10, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of thick golden slices of brioche french toast on a plate, dusted with powdered sugar

Tender brioche slices soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard are pan-fried to golden perfection, making a rich and flavorful French toast for breakfast.

Prep 10 min

Cook 15 min

Total 25 min

Servings 4

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Ingredients

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servings

8.0brioche bread slices, about 3/4 inch thick
4.0 largeeggs
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, for frying

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Instructions

In a shallow wide bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until combined and smooth.
Dip each brioche slice into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for about 20 seconds per side until well saturated but not falling apart.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter until foamy.
Add soaked brioche slices to the skillet in a single layer without crowding; cook 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as needed for remaining slices.
Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar as desired.

Tips

Use day-old brioche for better custard absorption without sogginess.
Vanilla paste or scraping a vanilla bean into the custard intensifies vanilla flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make brioche french toast?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4 servings.

How should I store brioche french toast?

Store leftover French toast wrapped in foil or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a toaster oven or skillet.

Can I make brioche french toast ahead?

Prepare the custard mixture and soak brioche slices up to 1 hour in advance, keep refrigerated until cooking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Tender brioche slices soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard are pan-fried to golden perfection, making a rich and flavorful French toast for breakfast.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 4 servings this recipe makes.

486 Calories / serving

25.2g Fat

48.5g Carbs

16.0g Protein

17.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (4 servings): ~1944 cal · 101g fat · 194g carbs · 64g protein · 71g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 486 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 92 min·5.4 mi·~10750 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 66 min·3.3 mi·~6600 steps
Moderate cycling 49 min·9.8 mi
Swimming laps 68 min
Jogging 48 min·4.0 mi·~7700 steps
Stair climbing 45 min·~4050 steps
Dancing 79 min
Bodyweight circuit training 49 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 113 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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