Lost Bread a.k.a. Brioche French Toast with Toasted Hazelnut Praline Syrup

Lost Bread, also known as French Toast, is a popular dish that originated in medieval Europe. It was created as a way to use up stale bread and prevent food waste.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Lost Bread a.k.a. Brioche French Toast with Toasted Hazelnut Praline Syrup

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, French Courses: Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1680

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 slice Brioche bread slices
• 4 egg Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Water
• ¹⁄₄ cup Maple syrup

Instructions

1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
2. Dip each brioche bread slice into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
4. Place soaked bread slices in the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Remove from skillet and set aside.
6. In a small saucepan, combine hazelnuts, sugar, and water.
7. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened slightly.
8. Remove from heat and stir in maple syrup.
9. Serve the brioche French toast with the toasted hazelnut praline syrup on top.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 20g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.