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Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast

Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast
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Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast is a decadent breakfast dish that blends fluffy, golden French toast soaked in a rich bourbon-infused maple custard with crispy, smoky bacon on top. This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and comforting flavors, delivering a deliciously indulgent meal that’s simple to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Bread

  • 6 thick slices of brioche or challah bread

Custard Mixture

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup

Bacon

  • 8 slices crispy smoked bacon

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard Soak: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, bourbon, and maple syrup until smooth and evenly combined. This mixture will infuse the bread with rich, warm flavors.
  2. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, fry the bacon over medium heat until perfectly crispy. Transfer the bacon onto paper towels to drain the excess grease and keep warm.
  3. Soak the Bread: Dip each thick slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for about 20 seconds per side, allowing it to absorb the flavors without becoming soggy.
  4. Cook the French Toast: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter. Fry each soaked bread slice for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp on the outside with a creamy custard center.
  5. Assemble and Serve: Layer the crispy bacon slices atop the cooked French toast. Drizzle with warm bourbon maple syrup and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for better custard absorption without falling apart.
  • Don’t oversoak the bread to maintain texture balance.
  • Cook bacon first and use leftover bacon fat to lightly grease the pan for extra flavor.
  • Keep cooked French toast warm in a low oven while finishing the rest.
  • Choose a high-quality bourbon for a richer, smoother syrup flavor.

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Keywords: bourbon, maple syrup, bacon, french toast, breakfast, brunch, smoky, sweet, custard

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