Hasselback French Toast
A delightful twist on classic French toast, where thick slices of bread are cut Hasselback-style and soaked in a rich egg mixture, then pan-fried to golden perfection.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 inch thick Brioche bread or challah, day-old is best
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk whole milk recommended
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Butter melted, for cooking
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Using a sharp knife, make parallel slices about 0.5 inch apart across the top of each bread slice, stopping just before you cut all the way through.0.5 inch thick Brioche bread
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.0.5 inch thick Brioche bread
- Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, ensuring the custard gets into all the slices. Let it soak for about 1-2 minutes per side.0.5 inch thick Brioche bread
- Heat the melted butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.0.5 inch thick Brioche bread
- Carefully place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. You may need to cook in batches.0.5 inch thick Brioche bread
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to the egg mixture. Ensure the butter is hot before adding the bread to get a good sear.