Smoked Bourbon Applewood Bacon French Toast

A decadent twist on the classic breakfast staple, featuring smoked bourbon-glazed bacon, crispy applewood-smoked bacon, and a hint of cinnamon. This indulgent breakfast dish is a perfect representation of American culinary creativity.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 eggs Large Eggs
• 8 slices Bread
• 1/4 cup Smoked Bourbon
• 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 6 slices Smoked Bacon
• 4 slices Applewood-Smoked Bacon
• 1 cup Fresh Blueberries

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.

2. 2

   Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tbsp of unsalted butter.

3. 3

   Step 3: Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.

4. 4

   Step 4: Place the bread slices in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

5. 5

   Step 5: In a separate skillet, cook the smoked bacon and applewood-smoked bacon until crispy.

6. 6

   Step 6: Brush the bourbon glaze onto the French toast and top with smoked bacon, applewood-smoked bacon, and fresh blueberries.

7. 7

   Step 7: Serve immediately and enjoy!

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   Step 8: Garnish with additional blueberries and a drizzle of bourbon glaze, if desired.

9. 9

   Step 9: Serve with your choice of maple syrup or powdered sugar.

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    Step 10: Repeat the process with the remaining bread slices and ingredients.

💡 Pro Tips

To make this recipe perfect, cook the French toast and bacon in a cast-iron skillet for a crispy crust. Common mistakes to avoid include overcooking the French toast and undercooking the bacon. Store leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving