Baileys Irish Cream French Toast

Baileys Irish Cream French Toast is an incredibly decadent breakfast or brunch. Sliced challah (or brioche) is dipped in a cinnamon, vanilla and Baileys Irish Cream custard. Once griddled, serve topped with salted butter, real maple syrup, whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Course Breakfast & Brunch

Cuisine American, Irish, Irish-American

Keyword bailey's Irish cream, St. Patrick's Day, St. Patrick's Day Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 432

Author Laurie McNamara

Equipment

Ingredients

4 large eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur homemade or store bought
1/3 cup half and half or whole milk
16 ounces challah sliced ½-inch thick
3 tablespoons butter for griddling the French toast

FOR SERVING (OPTIONAL):

salted butter
pure maple syrup
whipped cream
unsweetened cacao powder or cocoa powder

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

In a shallow bowl, crack in the eggs and measure and add in the vanilla extract, dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Whisk well to combine. Next, pour in the Irish Cream and half and half (or milk). Whisk one last time to combine.
Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture. Flip and coat the opposite side. Transfer to a wire rack set into a rimmed baking sheet and repeat with the remaining slices.
PREHEAT YOUR GRILLED TO AROUND 275℉ TO 300°F.
And lightly butter your griddle with a little butter.
Work in batches, griddling the french toast for 3-4 minutes. Flip when golden brown and cook for another 3 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve with salted butter, maple syrup and whipped cream and a dusting of cacao powder if desired.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Note: The nutritional value is for the French toast only and does not include any of the toppings or serving suggestions.

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