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This Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast is a sweet and savory brunch favorite made with thick brioche or challah soaked in cinnamon-vanilla custard, pan-fried until golden, and topped with crispy bacon and warm bourbon maple syrup. Finished with whipped cream, powdered sugar, and fresh thyme, it’s an indulgent breakfast perfect for weekends, holidays, or special brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 glasses
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl for whisking the custard
  • whisk
  • skillet or griddle for cooking the French toast
  • small saucepan for warming the maple bourbon syrup
  • spatula for flipping the toast
  • serving plates

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick brioche or challah bread
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp butter for frying
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp bourbon (optional)
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • whipped cream for topping
  • fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter. Dip each slice of brioche or challah into the custard, coating both sides without oversaturating, then cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the maple syrup and bourbon together, stirring until combined and aromatic.
  • Place the cooked French toast on serving plates and top each portion with crispy bacon slices.
  • Drizzle the warm bourbon maple syrup over the toast, then finish with whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves before serving.

Notes

Use day-old brioche or challah for the best texture since it absorbs the custard without becoming soggy. Cook on medium heat to ensure the exterior turns golden while the inside stays soft. Bacon can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving. For an alcohol-free version, omit the bourbon and replace it with extra maple syrup or a splash of apple juice. Leftover French toast can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen and reheated in a toaster or oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg
Keyword bacon french toast recipe, bourbon maple bacon french toast, brioche french toast, sweet savory brunch recipe
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