Brioche Perdue

Brioche Perdue, also known as French toast, is a delightful and indulgent breakfast dish made from rich brioche bread, soaked in a creamy custard and pan-fried to golden perfection. Topped with seasonal fruits and a drizzle of maple syrup, it offers a comforting start to the day.

Brioche Perdue
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
French
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Brioche bread - 4 slices
  • Milk - 120 ml
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Butter - 30 grams
  • Maple syrup - for serving
  • Fresh fruits (such as strawberries, blueberries, or bananas) - 100 grams

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  2. Dip each slice of brioche bread into the custard mixture, allowing them to soak for about 10 seconds on each side.
  3. In a non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Place the soaked brioche slices onto the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  5. Remove the brioche from the skillet and serve immediately, topped with fresh fruits and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
  • Contains protein from eggs for muscle maintenance.

Tags

FrenchVegetarianBreakfast