The BEST French Toast Recipe!! With Brioche Bread, Whipped Cream, Berries & Maple Syrup!!

brioche bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is cost-effective.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Honey is often less expensive and adds sweetness.

Chop 1 cup of pecans in a mini food processor until finely chopped.

In a bowl, cream together 1 stick of butter and 1/4 cup of honey using a hand mixer.

Add 1 egg to the butter and honey mixture and mix for about 30 seconds.

Incorporate 1/4 cup of flour, 3/4 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt into the mixture until combined.

Add the chopped pecans to the mixture and stir with a spatula.

In a 9x13 baking dish, crack 6 whole eggs and add 1 1/2 cups of milk, 3/4 cup of half and half, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of almond extract, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Mix well.

Soak slices of brioche bread in the egg mixture for about 30 seconds on each side.

Transfer the soaked brioche to a lined sheet pan and bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Remove from the oven and spread the pecan creme on top of the French toast.

Add toppings such as figs and drizzle with honey or maple syrup.

Return the French toast to the oven for an additional 18 to 20 minutes until cooked through.

Plate the French toast with whipped cream, powdered sugar, and edible flowers.

Cooking Techniques

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