Jul 17 2026
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Toast (brioche) Recipe

Inspired by It's a Southern thing - Downtown Durham
Time15m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Brioche Ingredients

Method

Toasting Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brioche

    Take the slices of brioche bread and set them aside.

  2. 2

    Mix Cinnamon Sugar

    In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Butter the Bread

    Spread a tablespoon of unsalted butter on one side of each slice of brioche.

  4. 4

    Toast the Bread

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the brioche slices butter-side down in the skillet.

  5. 5

    Add Cinnamon Sugar

    Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top side of the brioche slices as they toast.

  6. 6

    Flip and Toast

    Once the bottom is golden brown (about 2-3 minutes), flip the slices and toast the other side until golden brown.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve warm with maple syrup drizzled on top and fresh fruit if desired.

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