Description
Golden, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this Classic French Toast is a comforting breakfast favorite perfect for any morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-sliced bread (preferably day-old brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the skillet)
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and let it warm up.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add butter to the skillet and swirl to coat.
- Assemble the Dish: Dip each slice of bread in the custard, soaking for about 15–20 seconds per side. Let the excess drip off.
- Cook to Perfection: Place soaked bread in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Finishing Touches: Keep slices warm in a low oven while cooking the rest, wiping out the pan and adding more butter as needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stack toast on a plate, top with powdered sugar, syrup, and fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best texture and soak absorption.
- Wipe out the skillet between batches to prevent burning.
- Freeze cooked slices for quick breakfasts later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 slices
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg