Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIron Rooster- AnnapolisFrench Toast Recipe

French Toast Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

locally made brioche bread topped with bourbon butter & powdered sugar

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Ingredients

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Bread

Egg Mixture

Bourbon Butter

Toppings

Method

Preparation of Egg Mixture

  1. 1

    Step 1: Whisk Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, 1 tsp of cinnamon, 1 tsp of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Cooking French Toast

  1. 2

    Step 2: Dip Brioche

    Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Dip each slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not soaked.

  2. 3

    Step 3: Cook Bread

    Place the coated brioche slices on the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining slices.

Making Bourbon Butter

  1. 4

    Step 4: Prepare Bourbon Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt 1 stick of unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in 2 tbs of brown sugar and 2 tbs of bourbon until combined and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.

Serving

  1. 5

    Step 5: Plate and Serve

    Serve the French toast warm topped with bourbon butter, a dusting of powdered sugar, and maple syrup to taste.

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