Apple Cider French Toast
Golden slices of custardy French toast infused with apple cider and cinnamon, finished with butter and warm maple syrup.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick-cut brioche or texas toast
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cup apple cider
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
Cooking instructions
- Whisk the eggs, apple cider, milk, and cinnamon in a shallow baking dish until smooth. (about 2 min)
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in the skillet. (about 2 min) — Medium heat
- Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides without letting it become soggy. Let excess mixture drip off. (about 1 min)
- Cook the bread in batches, adding more butter as needed, for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and the centers are set. If checked with a thermometer, the custard should reach 160°F (71°C). (about 15 min) — Medium heat
- Serve immediately with maple syrup. (about 1 min)