Bourbon Maple Bacon French Toast (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 8 slices thick brioche bread
02 - 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy
03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 2 tbsp maple syrup
05 - 1 tbsp bourbon
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
07 - ½ tsp cinnamon
08 - 6 large eggs
09 - 1 cup whole milk
10 - 2 tbsp butter, for cooking
11 - Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a bowl, mix cream cheese, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and bourbon until smooth.
02 - Spread the filling over 4 brioche slices. Top each with 2 bacon slices, then cover with another slice of brioche.
03 - Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
04 - Submerge each sandwich in the custard for 10–15 seconds per side.
05 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
06 - Slice, drizzle with maple syrup, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.