French Toast Recipe

French Toast Ice Cream—a rich and creamy twist on the classic breakfast favorite, infused with cinnamon, maple syrup, and buttery brioche flavors!
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Overview

French Toast Ice Cream is a modern culinary twist on a centuries-old breakfast favorite, transforming the comforting flavors of buttery brioche, cinnamon, and maple syrup into a rich and creamy frozen dessert. While French toast itself has been enjoyed for centuries, dating back to ancient Rome, the idea of infusing these flavors into ice cream is a relatively new concept that has gained popularity in the world of artisan ice cream making.

The origins of French toast can be traced back to early medieval Europe, where it was created as a way to use up stale bread by soaking it in a mixture of eggs and milk before frying it to golden perfection. Known in France as "pain perdu" (meaning “lost bread”), the dish became a breakfast staple across Europe and eventually made its way to America, where it was paired with maple syrup, cinnamon, and butter. Over time, French toast evolved into a beloved comfort food, inspiring variations like stuffed French toast and gourmet brunch creations.

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base:

  1. 3 ½ cups cream base (heavy cream + whole milk)
  2. ¾ cup brown sugar
  3. 3 egg yolks
  4. 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  5. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  6. ½ tsp cinnamon
  7. ¼ tsp salt

French Toast Pieces:

  1. 4 slices brioche or challah bread (cubed)
  2. 2 eggs
  3. ½ cup whole milk
  4. 1 Tbsp sugar
  5. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  6. ½ tsp cinnamon
  7. Pinch of salt
  8. 2 Tbsp butter (for cooking)

Butter Syrup Swirl:

  1. ¼ cup butter (melted)
  2. ¼ cup maple syrup
  3. 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  4. ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the French Toast Pieces:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Dip the bread cubes into the mixture, coating evenly.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook the coated bread cubes until golden brown on all sides.
  4. Let them cool completely before adding them to the ice cream.

Prepare the Ice Cream Base:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, egg yolks, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
  2. Slowly add in half the cream base, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
  3. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 5–7 minutes). Do not boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and remaining cream base.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until very cold (at least 4 hours, preferably overnight).

Make the Butter Syrup Swirl:

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  2. Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Let cool to room temperature.

Churn & Assemble:

  1. Pour the chilled ice cream base into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  2. Once the ice cream reaches a soft-serve consistency, fold in the French toast pieces by hand.
  3. Layer the ice cream into a container, swirling in the butter syrup between layers for a ribbon effect.

Freeze & Enjoy:

  1. Cover and freeze for 6–8 hours or overnight for a firm, scoopable texture.
  2. Serve in a cone, bowl, or drizzle with extra maple syrup for the ultimate French toast experience!

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