Description
Indulge in golden, fluffy French toast topped with crispy bacon and rich maple syrup for a delightful breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices of bread (brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Salt to taste
- 4 slices of crispy bacon
- Butter for greasing the pan
- Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, bourbon (if using), vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl until combined and frothy.
- Preheat your griddle or frying pan over medium heat, adding butter to coat the surface.
- Dip the bread slices into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are soaked but not too soggy.
- Place the soaked bread onto the hot griddle, cooking until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Cook bacon in a separate pan until crispy.
- Serve the French toast hot, topped with bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or add fresh berries.
Notes
Can be made ahead by preparing the egg mixture the night before. Customize with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 300mg