Thick slices of brioche soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon egg custard, pan-fried to a golden crisp and coated with a cinnamon sugar blend for a sweet, spiced finish.
Cinnamon Sugar French Toast
Breakfast
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Vanilla: Extract
Easy
Thick slices of brioche soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon egg custard, pan-fried to a golden crisp and coated with a cinnamon sugar blend for a sweet, spiced finish.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
4
Diet
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Ingredients
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servings
Scales from a half to a double batch; cook in rounds so the pan stays hot.
- 8.0 (320.0 g)thick slices brioche bread
- 4.0 (200.0 g)large eggs
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated 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
- 4.0 tbsp (57.0 g)unsalted butter
- ¼ cup (50.0 g)granulated sugar, for cinnamon sugar coating
- 1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon, for cinnamon sugar coating
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Instructions
- In a shallow wide bowl or dish, whisk together eggs, whole milk, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until completely combined and slightly frothy.
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar coating. Set aside.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp (14 g) butter to coat the surface.
- Working in batches, dip each brioche slice into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 20 seconds per side but not so long that the bread becomes soggy.
- Place soaked slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter to the pan as needed between batches.
- Transfer cooked French toast to a wire rack placed over a baking sheet to keep them crisp.
- Immediately sprinkle the warm slices generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture so it sticks to the surface.
- Serve the cinnamon sugar French toast warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit, if desired.
Tips
- Use slightly stale or day-old brioche for better soaking without falling apart.
- Add vanilla bean paste instead of extract for an intensified natural vanilla aroma.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make cinnamon sugar french toast?
Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4 servings.
How should I store cinnamon sugar french toast?
Store leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or toaster oven to maintain crispness.
Can I make cinnamon sugar french toast ahead?
Prepare the egg custard in advance and soak the bread just before cooking for fresher texture.
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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 4 servings this recipe makes.
568
Calories / serving
28.8g
Fat
61.7g
Carbs
16.2g
Protein
30.9g
Sugar
Whole recipe (4 servings): ~2272 cal · 115g fat · 247g carbs · 65g protein · 124g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 568 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 77 min·3.9 mi·~7700 steps
- Moderate cycling 58 min·11.6 mi
- Swimming laps 80 min
- Jogging 56 min·4.7 mi·~8950 steps
- Stair climbing 52 min·~4700 steps
- Dancing 92 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 58 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 132 min
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