Description
Friendsgiving Honey-Lavender French Toast is a luxurious brunch centerpiece that blends the sweetness of honey with the delicate floral notes of lavender. This elegant dish features thick slices of brioche or challah, soaked in a rich custard mixture and cooked to golden perfection. Drizzled with extra honey and paired with fresh fruit, this French toast promises to impress your guests and create unforgettable moments at your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tbsp culinary-grade dried lavender
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 8 slices thick brioche or challah bread
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, honey, dried lavender, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Cut the bread into thick slices (about 1 inch).
- Dip each slice into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let soak for about 2 minutes.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and bubbly.
- Cook soaked bread slices for about 3 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip and repeat on the other side.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra honey and topped with fresh fruit or whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 175mg