Tostadas francesas de brioche

Ingredientes

• 2 whole eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 cup milk
• 8 slices brioche bread
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for cooking)

Preparación

1. 1

   Slice the brioche bread into slices that are ½ to ¾ inch thick.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl or baking dish, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup until smooth and homogenous. Whisk the milk into the egg mixture.

3. 3

   Depending on the size of your bowl and pan [I find a square baking dish works very well for this task], place 1-3 pieces of bread in the batter. Let it absorb for 5 minutes and then flip.

4. 4

   Preheat a skillet, griddle, or cast-iron pan over medium-low heat. Add about 2 teaspoons of butter and swirl to coat.

5. 5

   When the pan is warm but not smoking hot, transfer the soaked bread from the bowl to the pan, allowing the excess to drip off before cooking.

6. 6

   While the first batch cooks, begin soaking the next batch. Cook for 5 minutes or until golden brown, and flip each slice of French toast.

7. 7

   Continue cooking on the second side until the centers feel set when lightly touched with your finger and both sides are a golden brown. Add more butter to the pan if needed. Think of this like cooking bread pudding or this breakfast casserole with bread.

8. 8

   Move the French toast to a wire rack set on a baking sheet. Keep warm in a warm oven until ready to serve, or serve immediately! Continue with the remaining slices of bread.