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Savory French Toast with Gruyere and Crispy Prosciutto

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A quick and easy savory French toast recipe featuring nutty Gruyere cheese and crispy prosciutto, perfect for brunch or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • Thick-cut slices of sturdy bread (brioche, sourdough, or rustic country loaf), about 1-inch thick
  • 3 large eggs (150g), preferably at room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or half-and-half (can substitute almond or oat milk)
  • ½ cup (50g) shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 6–8 slices thin prosciutto
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
  • Salt (about ½ teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (¼ teaspoon)
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
  • Optional: Fresh herbs like chives or thyme for garnish
  • Optional: Drizzle of honey for sweet-savory twist

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Stir in shredded Gruyere cheese until it melts slightly and blends evenly into the custard.
  3. Preheat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter. Let it melt and foam but not brown.
  4. Lay prosciutto slices flat in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and slightly browned. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for 15-20 seconds per side without over-soaking.
  6. Place soaked bread slices in the hot buttered skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
  7. Layer the crispy prosciutto slices on top of the cooked French toast.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle with fresh herbs and drizzle with honey.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use day-old bread for better soaking without falling apart. Cook prosciutto separately to keep it crispy. Adjust heat to avoid burning the toast edges. For gluten-free, use dense gluten-free bread like oat or almond flour bread. For dairy-free, substitute milk and Gruyere with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: savory French toast, Gruyere, prosciutto, brunch recipe, easy breakfast, crispy prosciutto, cheesy French toast

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