Introduction
has become my absolute weekend obsession lately! I stumbled upon this recipe during Ramadan last year when I was craving something special for suhoor. The combination of warm, cinnamon-spiced French toast hugging perfectly cooked eggs and turkey bacon just... works. Like magic! It's become my go-to when hosting weekend brunches – especially during these chilly winter mornings. The best part? Everything's halal-certified, so my Muslim friends can enjoy this comfort-food masterpiece without worry. Trust me, the aroma alone will have everyone rushing to your kitchen!
Timing
- Prep time: 8 minutes
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices brioche bread (regular bread works too, but c'mon – treat yourself!)
- 4 large eggs (2 for French toast, 2 for filling)
- 1/3 cup whole milk (or oat milk for a dairy-free version)
- 4 slices halal turkey bacon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (the real stuff, pretty please)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg (the pre-ground stuff just isn't the same)
- 2 tbsp butter (or coconut oil)
- Maple syrup to taste (the real deal, not pancake syrup!)
- Pinch of salt (I use kosher)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your French Toast Base
Whisk 2 eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a shallow dish until well combined – I mean really whisk it! The mixture should look like a sunset-colored cloud. Sometimes I add a tiny splash of orange blossom water... but that's just me being extra.
Step 2: Cook the Turkey Bacon
In a large skillet (my trusty cast iron does the job perfectly), cook the halal turkey bacon until it's nice and crispy – about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside on paper towels. Don't clean that pan! Those flavors are gold.
Step 3: Make the French Toast
Dip each bread slice in the egg mixture for about 20 seconds per side. Not too long or it'll get soggy! Heat butter in the same skillet over medium heat until it's doing that gorgeous foamy thing. Cook bread for 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown. You want those edges slightly crispy but the middle still custardy.
Step 4: Cook the Eggs
In a separate pan (or wipe out the first one if you're trying to minimize dishes like me), cook the remaining 2 eggs to your preference. Quick & Easy Halal French Toast Breakfast Sandwich with EggsI go for over-medium – runny yolks are basically nature's sauce, right?
Step 5: Assemble Your Masterpiece
Layer one slice of French toast with turkey bacon, add that perfect egg, then crown it with another slice. A drizzle of maple syrup takes it from amazing to omg-I
