Description
Classic French Toast that transforms simple pantry staples into a golden, fluffy breakfast with crispy edges and soft custardy centers. Perfect for quick, family-friendly mornings or special occasions, customizable with various toppings and spices.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole or 2% milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 4 thick slices of stale or day-old bread (preferably brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
- Butter or oil for cooking (about 1-2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and sugar until smooth and well combined. This mixture acts as the flavorful custard that soaks into the bread.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each thick slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for 20 to 30 seconds on each side—enough to absorb flavor without becoming soggy. Use stale bread for best results.
- Heat Your Pan: Warm a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a knob of butter or add oil to ensure a crispy golden crust and soft inside.
- Cook the Toast: Place soaked bread on the hot pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown. Avoid flipping too frequently to form an even crust.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer cooked French toast to a plate and immediately add your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread to prevent sogginess and help it soak the custard well.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; leave enough space for even cooking and browning.
- Maintain medium heat to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks.
- Whisk the custard thoroughly for even flavor and consistency.
- Let cooked French toast rest briefly to allow the interior to set and avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg