Ice Cream French Toast Twist (Print Version)

Extra-rich custardy slices with melted ice cream and golden caramelized edges for a special brunch treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or challah), slightly stale

→ Custard

02 - 2 cups premium ice cream (vanilla or preferred flavor), melted
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
06 - Pinch of salt

→ For Cooking

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ To Serve (optional)

08 - Maple syrup
09 - Fresh berries
10 - Powdered sugar

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted ice cream, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
02 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon butter, allowing it to melt.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking for 10–15 seconds per side, then let excess drip off.
04 - Place soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized, adding more butter as needed.
05 - Move the cooked French toast to a wire rack or serving plate, and repeat with remaining slices.
06 - Serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, and a dusting of powdered sugar.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The custard turns impossibly rich and creamy, almost like a bread pudding meets French toast hybrid
  • Edges caramelize beautifully while staying soft inside, creating that perfect texture contrast we all chase
  • You can customize the flavor by swapping ice cream flavors, making this recipe endlessly adaptable
02 -
  • Do not oversoak the bread or the centers will turn mushy instead of custardy
  • Medium heat is crucial, too high will burn the exterior before the interior cooks through
  • A wire rack keeps finished slices from getting soggy while you cook the remaining batches
03 -
  • Let your ice cream sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before melting for easier whisking
  • Griddle pans let you cook multiple slices at once if you are feeding a crowd
  • A splash of heavy cream in the custard adds extra luxury without much effort
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