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.

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