Description
Indulge in Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast, a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors with a rich custard, crispy bacon, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 4 strips of crumbled cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Butter for frying
Instructions
- Whisk the custard mix: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, bourbon, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Soak the bread slices: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture for 10-15 seconds on each side.
- Heat the skillet: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
- Cook the French toast: Place soaked bread slices in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Top it off: Transfer cooked slices to a plate, sprinkle with crumbled bacon, and drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare custard the night before to save time. Use an air fryer or oven for cooking alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: French toast, breakfast, bourbon, bacon, maple syrup