Luxurious Chocolate Hazelnut French Toast with Mascarpone Whip

Ingredients

• 8 slices brioche bread, thick-cut
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread, plus extra for serving
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for cooking
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. 01
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, chocolate hazelnut spread, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and smooth.
2. 02
   Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter to melt.
3. 03
   Dip each slice of brioche into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
4. 04
   Place the soaked brioche slices onto the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. 05
   While the French toast is cooking, prepare the mascarpone whip. In a medium bowl, whisk together mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
6. 06
   Serve the French toast warm, topped with a generous dollop of mascarpone whip and an extra drizzle of chocolate hazelnut spread, if desired.