Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) Whole milk
  • 2 tbsp (16g) Cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp (2.6g) Ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch Ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Fine sea salt
  • 4 thick slices Brioche or Challah
  • 2 tbsp (28g) Unsalted butter

Instructions:

  1. Whisk the liquids. Combine the milk, cornstarch, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a shallow bowl. Note: Whisk until the cornstarch is completely dissolved with no white streaks.
  2. Heat the pan. Place your skillet over medium low heat and add the 2 tbsp of unsalted butter.
  3. Prepare the bread. Dip one slice of brioche into the batter.
  4. Soak briefly. Let the bread sit for about 10 seconds per side until the liquid has penetrated but the slice is still sturdy.
  5. Drain the excess. Lift the bread and let any dripping batter fall back into the bowl.
  6. Start the sizzle. Place the slice into the hot pan until you hear a gentle, consistent bubbling sound.
  7. Cook the first side. Searing for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom is deep golden brown and fragrant.
  8. Flip carefully. Turn the slice over and cook for another 3 minutes.
  9. Check for doneness. Press the center gently; it should feel slightly firm and bouncy, not squishy.
  10. Repeat and serve. Whisk the batter again before dipping the remaining slices to ensure the starch is evenly distributed.