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Sesame Candy Brioche Toast Recipe

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5 from 136 reviews
  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 6 brioche toast pieces (2 rectangles per brioche slice) 1x

Description

This Sesame Candy Brioche Toast recipe transforms thick slices of soft brioche into a crispy, sweet, and nutty treat topped with a creamy feta and cream cheese blend. The brioche is coated with a honey-butter mixture, crusted with sesame seeds, and baked to golden perfection. Served with a drizzle of honey, crumbled sesame candy, and fresh thyme, this elegant toast is perfect for brunch or a sophisticated snack.

Ingredients

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Brioche Toast

  • 3 thick slices of brioche (approximately 2½ inches thick each)
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3½ tbsp honey, plus more for topping
  • 6 tbsp brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ to ⅓ cup untoasted sesame seeds

Cheese Topping

  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 380°F (193°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare Brioche: Cut off the crust edges of the brioche slices, then cut each slice into two rectangular pieces. Place the rectangles on the parchment-lined sheet pan.
  3. Initial Bake: Bake the brioche pieces at 380°F for 2 minutes on one side, then flip and bake for another 2 minutes. This step dries them slightly to ensure a better final texture.
  4. Make Honey Butter: In a bowl, combine softened butter, honey, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  5. Butter Brioche: Spread a thin, even layer of the honey butter mixture on every side of each brioche rectangle, including the cut edges.
  6. Add Sesame Seeds: Press sesame seeds onto the two widest sides of each buttered brioche slice to create a sesame crust.
  7. Bake to Golden: Return the brioche to the oven and bake for 8-11 minutes on the first side, checking at 8 minutes to prevent burning. Then flip each piece and bake for an additional 6-7 minutes until deeply golden and crisp.
  8. Cool: Remove from oven and place the brioche on a cooling rack. Let them cool for 20 minutes to allow the sesame crust to set and crisp up.
  9. Sesame Candy: After cooling, carefully peel off any sticky, caramelized sesame candy bits left on the parchment paper and crumble them for garnish.
  10. Prepare Cheese Spread: In a food processor, blend the feta and cream cheese until creamy and smooth.
  11. Assemble Toast: Pipe or spread the creamy cheese mixture generously onto the cooled brioche toasts.
  12. Finish: Drizzle with additional honey, sprinkle crumbled sesame candy on top, and garnish with fresh thyme leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • The initial brief baking of the brioche helps to avoid sogginess when butter is applied, ensuring a crispy texture.
  • Using unsalted butter allows control over the saltiness, especially with the salty feta topping.
  • Adjust the quantity of honey and brown sugar according to desired sweetness.
  • Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note; you may substitute with other herbs like rosemary if preferred.
  • If you prefer a crunchier sesame candy, bake the initial sesame crust longer but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Serve the toast soon after assembling, as the crispy texture can soften over time.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired

Keywords: brioche toast, sesame candy, feta cream cheese spread, honey butter toast, sweet savory toast, brunch recipe

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