The Best French Toast

Name: The Best French Toast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream; 3 large egg yolks; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick); Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min. YIELD: 4 servings.

There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe ever. The caramelized exterior meets a soft custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! —Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick)
Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the first 7 ingredients. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat.
2. Dip bread into egg mixture, letting it soak 5 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle until golden brown on both sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

2 pieces: 546 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 263mg cholesterol, 786mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.

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