Description
Alton Brown’s French Toast is a classic breakfast recipe that delivers a perfectly crisp and golden exterior with a soft, creamy inside. Made with rich brioche, challah, or country loaf bread soaked in a honey-sweetened custard mixture, this French toast is an indulgent yet simple dish ideal for brunch or a special morning treat.
Ingredients
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Custard Mixture
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- ¼ Tsp salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup half and half
Bread and Cooking
- 1 loaf bread (Brioche, Challah, or Country Loaf)
- 4 Tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, salt, eggs, and half and half until fully combined, creating a smooth custard base for the bread.
- Soak the Bread: Slice the bread into thick pieces and immerse each slice into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly saturated to prevent sogginess.
- Heat the Pan: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter, allowing it to coat the entire surface to avoid sticking and to impart rich flavor.
- Cook the French Toast: Arrange soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp on the outside while remaining soft and custardy inside.
- Serve Warm: Remove from skillet and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- This recipe achieves a delightful balance of crispy exterior and creamy interior by carefully controlling soaking time and cooking temperature.
- Using rich breads like brioche, challah, or country loaf enhances both texture and flavor.
- Ensure the pan is properly heated with melted butter before cooking each batch for even browning.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; French toast tends to lose its crispness if left to sit too long.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 184 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 244 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 153 mg
