Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast
A luxurious breakfast treat featuring golden brioche soaked in a rich egg mixture, crispy bacon, and warm maple syrup infused with bourbon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 4 strips bacon
- Butter for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the bacon by preheating a skillet over medium heat and cooking until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the egg mixture by whisking together the eggs, milk, bourbon, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Soak each slice of brioche in the egg mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Cook the brioche in the same skillet with melted butter until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve the French toast topped with crispy bacon and a generous drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
For a lighter alternative, use almond or non-dairy milk. Experiment with different breads for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 400mg