Double-Cinnamon French Toast

Directions

Bring syrup, 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon cinnamon to boil in heavy medium saucepan.

Boil 2 minutes.

Whisk eggs, cream, vanilla, 3 tablespoons maple syrup mixture and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon in bowl.

Place bread slices in large baking dish .

Pour egg mixture over; turn to coat.

Pierce bread in several places with fork.

Let stand 5 minutes.

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add bread and cook until brown, about 3 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet.

Turn over bread and cook until brown, about 3 minutes.

Transfer to plates.

Serve with remaining syrup.