Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast
Indulge in the rich flavors of bourbon-infused maple syrup paired with crispy bacon for a delightful brunch experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (thick cut, such as brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 strips of cooked bacon, chopped
- Butter for cooking
- Powdered sugar for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, bourbon, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add Bacon to the Custard Mix: Sprinkle in the chopped bacon, bringing savory crunch to the mixture.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Dip the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides generously.
- Cook to Perfection: Cook each slice until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve Hot: Serve dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for best absorption. Adjust the cooking time for personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 300mg