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Floridian French Toast Recipe

Floridian French Toast Recipe

My sunshine-inspired French toast made with brioche and topped with bananas, strawberries, and kiwi for a bright Florida-style breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Floridian
Calories: 383
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices Brioche bread 1-inch thick
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Half & half or whole milk
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon ground
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp Orange zest optional optional adds brightness
  • 2 tbsp Butter for cooking
  • 2 medium Bananas sliced
  • 1 cup Strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 whole Kiwi peeled and sliced peeled and sliced
  • -- __ Maple syrup optional for serving
  • __ __ Cinnamon sugar optional for topping

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl For whisking custard
  • 1 Whisk Helps blend ingredients smoothly
  • 1 Shallow dish For soaking brioche slices
  • 1 Skillet Nonstick preferred
  • 1 Spatula For flipping toast
  • 1 Knife For slicing fruit

Method
 

Step 1
  1. Whisk eggs, half & half, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and orange zest in a mixing bowl until smooth.
    Floridian French Toast Recipe
Step 2
  1. Pour the custard into a shallow dish and dip each brioche slice, letting both sides soak evenly.
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Step 3
  1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and slightly bubbly.
    Floridian French Toast Recipe
Step 4
  1. Add soaked brioche slices to the skillet and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Step 5
  1. Transfer cooked toast to a plate and top with sliced bananas, strawberries, and kiwi.
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Step 6
  1. Finish with cinnamon sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.
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Notes

Use fresh, ripe fruit for the sweetest flavor. If preparing ahead, slice the fruit right before serving to keep it bright and juicy.