Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast (The Cozy Breakfast I Make When I Want to Spoil Everyone)

The Story & Intro

Hi 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.

This Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast feels like a warm hug from my childhood and my present life combined. Back in Paris, Sundays meant buttery brioche from the bakery downstairs, still warm in its paper bag. Here in America, it means slow mornings, family gathered in pajamas, and me standing at the stove flipping thick slices of brioche soaked in vanilla-scented custard and studded with melty chocolate chips.

I make this Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast when I want breakfast to feel special but still easy. I make it when someone needs comfort, when kids wake up too early, or when I simply want to turn an ordinary morning into a memory. Every bite tastes soft, rich, and indulgent like dessert pretending to be breakfast.

Cooking is about more than just food — it’s about sharing stories and making memories. And this recipe has created so many memories in my kitchen already.

Why I Love Making This Recipe

I love this recipe because it feels luxurious without being complicated. Brioche already does most of the work for me. It’s rich, tender, and slightly sweet, which makes it perfect for French toast. Adding chocolate chips turns it into something magical they melt into little pockets of joy that make everyone smile.

I also love how forgiving this recipe is. I don’t need perfection. I don’t need fancy tools. I just need good bread, good chocolate, and a little time at the stove. This Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast reminds me that the best meals don’t need stress they need heart.

Ingredients & Little Kitchen Secrets

I keep the ingredients simple, but I pay attention to quality.

I always use day-old brioche. Slightly stale bread soaks up the custard without falling apart. Fresh brioche works too, but I let it sit out for a few hours if I can.

Whole milk gives richness, but I sometimes use half-and-half when I really want indulgence. Vanilla is non-negotiable. It makes everything smell like a bakery. And chocolate chips? I prefer semi-sweet because they balance the sweetness of the brioche perfectly.

A tiny pinch of salt in the custard makes all the flavors pop. That’s my little secret.

How I Make It, Step by Step

I start by whisking eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt in a shallow bowl. I whisk until everything feels smooth and comforting.

I gently press chocolate chips into each slice of brioche. I don’t overload it — just enough so every bite gets chocolate.

I dip each slice into the custard, letting it soak for a few seconds on each side. I never rush this part. Brioche loves to drink up flavor.

I heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. When it starts to foam, I place the soaked brioche into the pan. The smell alone makes everyone wander into the kitchen.

I cook each slice until golden brown, then flip gently and cook the other side. The chocolate melts, the edges crisp, and the center stays soft and creamy.

I keep finished slices warm while I cook the rest, sneaking bites when no one is looking — old habits never die.

How I Serve It at Home

At home, I serve Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and warm maple syrup. Sometimes I add whipped cream. Sometimes I don’t. It always feels special.

On extra cozy mornings, I serve it with hot coffee for the adults and warm milk for the kids. We sit longer. We talk more. Plates come back empty every time.

Storage, Reheating & Make-Ahead Tips

I store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I reheat slices in a skillet or toaster oven so they stay crisp.

If I want to make it ahead, I prepare the custard and slice the bread the night before. In the morning, breakfast comes together fast and stress-free.

100-Word Short Version

This Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast turns any morning into something special. Thick slices of buttery brioche soak up a vanilla-scented custard, then cook until golden with melty chocolate chips inside. I love how rich, soft, and comforting it feels — like dessert for breakfast. I serve it warm with powdered sugar, berries, and maple syrup for a cozy family favorite that never lasts long. Perfect for weekends, holidays, or any morning that needs extra love.

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⏱️ Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 thick slices brioche bread
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons butter

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow bowl.
2. Press chocolate chips gently into brioche slices.
3. Dip each slice into custard, coating both sides.
4. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Cook brioche until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side.
6. Serve warm with toppings of choice.

📝 Notes

Use day-old brioche for best texture. Adjust sweetness with dark or milk chocolate chips.

🍽️ Nutrition

Calories: ~420 per serving
Rich, indulgent, and perfect for special mornings 💛

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Conclusion

This Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast will always have a place in my kitchen. It’s simple, comforting, and filled with love just like the meals I grew up with and the ones I now share with my family. Every time I make it, I’m reminded that food doesn’t need to be complicated to be meaningful. It just needs heart.