Waffled French Toast
This French toast recipe takes classic breakfast comfort food to a new level with a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The rich custard-like mixture combines with thick slices of brioche to create a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, pillowy interior. The warm, aromatic spices of cinnamon and nutmeg add a cozy touch, while a hint of brown sugar provides a subtle sweetness. Serve this indulgent dish with your favorite flavored butters to elevate your breakfast experience.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray or melted unsalted butter
- for cooking
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 Tbs. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 Tbs. firmly packed light brown sugar
- 8 slices brioche, each 1 1/4 inches thick
- Flavored butters for serving (see related recipe
- at right)
Instructions
- Preheat a waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Spray the surface with nonstick cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
- In a bowl, using a handheld whisk, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the half-and-half, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar and whisk until blended.
- Dip 1 bread slice into the egg mixture and soak, turning once, 30 seconds per side. Place the bread on the preheated waffle maker, close the lid and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crisp, about 4 minutes. Keep warm while cooking the remaining bread.
- Serve the French toast warm with flavored butters. Serves 4.
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