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The Best Brioche French Toast

Name: The Best Brioche French Toast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream; ½ cup mascarpone cheese; ⅓ cup sugar; 1 tsp vanilla (for whipped cream); 4 large eggs; 1 cup half and half; 1 ½ tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla (for batter); 3 tbsp sugar; 8 thick slices brioche bread; Unsalted butter, for cooking

Brioche's buttery richness transforms into pure indulgence when soaked in a cinnamon-egg custard and pan-fried until golden. Topped with pillowy mascarpone whipped cream, each bite delivers custardy softness with delicate crunch. Make this for special weekend mornings or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

Prep

5 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

15 minutes

Serves

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1
Make the whipped cream: Add the heavy whipping cream, mascarpone cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Mix on high speed for 3-4 minutes until stiff peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla, and 3 tbsp sugar until completely combined. Set aside.
3
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add some butter until melted.
4
Dip each piece of bread on both sides into the batter, then place it into the pan or griddle. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side or until browned and crisp. Cook in batches as needed.
5
Serve with mascarpone whipped cream, fresh berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.

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