This honey butter toast is a wonderful fusion of soft, pillowy bread coated with a smooth and flavorful honey butter sauce, then baked to crispy perfection. It is simple yet utterly delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This honey butter toast is one of my favorite recipes to make for breakfast, especially for my family.
There’s something about that crispy, buttery exterior and the soft, sweet inside that makes it irresistible.
It’s the perfect way to start the day and the best part? It’s so simple to make!
Why This Recipe Works
I love how simple yet satisfying this recipe is. Just like my Hong Kong-Style French Toast, I trim off the crusts to create neat rectangles, which helps the bread soak up the honey butter sauce evenly.
When it comes out of the oven, the toast is soft and warm, but after cooling for about 10 minutes, the surface turns delightfully crispy.
My girls can never wait to dig in—it’s that good!
This toast is incredibly versatile. You can enjoy it as is, or pair it with a cup of rich American coffee—the bold flavors complement the sweetness of the toast perfectly. If you prefer something lighter, a cup of fragrant black tea balances the richness and makes for a relaxing afternoon treat.
What Bread to Use
I highly recommend using brioche bread for its rich, buttery flavor and soft texture. However, if you don’t have brioche on hand, here are some other great options:
- Japanese Milk Bread: Known for its fluffy and tender crumb, it’s another excellent choice.
- Texas Toast: Thick and sturdy, it holds up well to the honey butter glaze.
- Sourdough Bread: Adds a tangy contrast to the sweetness, if you prefer a more complex flavor.
Tips for the Perfect Honey Butter Toast
Trim the Crusts: Removing the crusts ensures every bite is evenly coated and delicious.
Cool Before Serving: Letting the toast cool for 10 minutes allows the exterior to crisp up while keeping the inside soft.
Customize the Sweetness: Adjust the amount of honey and sugar to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick-cut bread(if using regular bread, slice it into 1–1.5 cm thick pieces)
- 50g unsalted butter
- 30g brown sugar
- 25g honey
Instructions
Prepare the Toast: Slice the brioche bread into thick slices. Place the thick slices on a cutting board and carefully trim the four edges of the bread with a knife to form a neat rectangular shape. You can save the trimmed edges for other uses, such as making breadcrumbs. Set the prepared toast slices aside.
Make the Honey Butter Sauce: Cut 50g of butter into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. Since butter is hard at room temperature, you can place the bowl in warm water to soften the butter, making it easier to mix. Once the butter has softened, add 30g of brown sugar and 25g of honey. Use a spoon to mix thoroughly until the butter, sugar, and honey are completely combined into a smooth, uniform paste, with no visible sugar crystals or butter chunks.
Spread the Sauce: Take one slice of the prepared toast and use a spoon or brush to evenly spread the honey butter sauce on all sides of the toast. Make sure the sauce is applied evenly to ensure each bite has the same delicious flavor. Once all six sides are coated, place the toast on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and repeat with the remaining slices of toast.
Toast the Bread: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) in advance. This step is crucial to ensure the toast heats up quickly once placed in the oven. Place the baking sheet with the toast on the middle rack of the preheated oven and set the baking time to 13-15 minutes. After about 8 minutes, put on heat-resistant gloves, carefully remove the baking sheet, and flip the toast using chopsticks or tongs so both sides are evenly toasted. After flipping, return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for the remaining time. During baking, the room will fill with a delightful, sweet aroma.
Cool Down: Once the baking time is complete, remove the baking sheet from the oven. The freshly baked honey butter toast will be soft, so allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
Enjoy: Once the toast has cooled to a suitable temperature, cut it into small, bite-sized pieces for easy serving. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of bread for this recipe?
While brioche is ideal for its soft texture and sweetness, you can use any bread you prefer. If using regular bread, be sure to slice it into 1–1.5 cm thick pieces.
Can I make the honey butter sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the honey butter sauce in advance and store it in an airtight container in the fridge. When you’re ready to use it, simply bring it to room temperature and mix again before spreading.
How do I store leftover honey butter toast?
Leftover toast can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two. However, it’s best served fresh, as the crispiness is most enjoyable when freshly baked.
Crispy Honey Butter Toast: The Perfect Morning Treat
Ingredients
- 2 slices thick-cut bread if using regular bread, slice it into 1–1.5 cm thick pieces
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 30 g brown sugar
- 25 g honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Toast: Slice the brioche bread into thick slices. Place the thick slices on a cutting board and carefully trim the four edges of the bread with a knife to form a neat rectangular shape. You can save the trimmed edges for other uses, such as making breadcrumbs. Set the prepared toast slices aside.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce: Cut 50g of butter into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. Since butter is hard at room temperature, you can place the bowl in warm water to soften the butter, making it easier to mix. Once the butter has softened, add 30g of brown sugar and 25g of honey. Use a spoon to mix thoroughly until the butter, sugar, and honey are completely combined into a smooth, uniform paste, with no visible sugar crystals or butter chunks.
- Spread the Sauce: Take one slice of the prepared toast and use a spoon or brush to evenly spread the honey butter sauce on all sides of the toast. Make sure the sauce is applied evenly to ensure each bite has the same delicious flavor. Once all six sides are coated, place the toast on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and repeat with the remaining slices of toast.
- Toast the Bread: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) in advance. This step is crucial to ensure the toast heats up quickly once placed in the oven. Place the baking sheet with the toast on the middle rack of the preheated oven and set the baking time to 13-15 minutes. After about 8 minutes, put on heat-resistant gloves, carefully remove the baking sheet, and flip the toast using chopsticks or tongs so both sides are evenly toasted. After flipping, return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for the remaining time. During baking, the room will fill with a delightful, sweet aroma.
- Cool Down: Once the baking time is complete, remove the baking sheet from the oven. The freshly baked honey butter toast will be soft, so allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Enjoy: Once the toast has cooled to a suitable temperature, cut it into small, bite-sized pieces for easy serving. Enjoy!
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