Bourbon Maple Bacon Stuffed French Toast (Print Format)
Brioche French toast filled with bacon, topped with maple bourbon glaze and creamy vanilla flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
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6 strips of thick-cut bacon
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4 large eggs
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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2 tablespoons butter
→ Filling and Glaze
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1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
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1 cup pure maple syrup
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2 tablespoons bourbon
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
# Steps:
01 -
Cook bacon on a wire rack at 400°F (200°C) until crispy, about 15 minutes. Drain excess grease and chop into small pieces.
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In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
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Mix cream cheese with the chopped bacon until evenly combined.
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Cut a pocket into each slice of bread and stuff with the bacon-cream cheese mixture.
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Dip each stuffed bread slice into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated.
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In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook the stuffed bread slices for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
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In a saucepan, combine maple syrup, bourbon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Simmer over low heat for 2 minutes until warm.
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Serve the French toast immediately with the warm bourbon maple glaze drizzled over the top.