Description
Alton Brown’s French Toast is a perfectly balanced breakfast dish featuring bread soaked in a creamy, sweetened egg mixture, then cooked to a golden crisp on the outside while remaining soft and custardy inside. This recipe uses a rich combination of eggs, half and half, and honey, paired with a quality loaf of brioche, challah, or country bread for a delicious, comforting meal perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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French Toast Mixture
- 2 Tablespoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup half and half
Other Ingredients
- 1 loaf bread (Brioche, Challah, or Country Loaf)
- 4 Tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, salt, eggs, and half and half until fully combined and smooth. This mixture is the custard that will soak into the bread to give the French toast its rich flavor and creamy texture.
- Slice the Bread: Cut the loaf of bread into thick slices, about ¾ to 1 inch thick, so they hold the custard well without falling apart.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak up the liquid. Make sure 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 evenly over the surface to create a nonstick, buttery environment for cooking.
- Cook the French Toast: Place the soaked bread slices in the heated skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown and crisp while the interior remains soft and creamy.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- This recipe shines with soft, thick bread varieties like brioche, challah, or country loaf, which absorb the custard well.
- Cook over medium heat to ensure the toast cooks through without burning.
- Butter adds flavor and helps achieve a golden crust; you can substitute with oil but butter is preferred for taste.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the contrast between the crispy exterior and creamy center.
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
