Description
This classic French Toast recipe is perfect for a sweet and satisfying breakfast! Made with fluffy bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture, it’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick bread (brioche, challah, or French bread)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruit for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar (if using), and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 10-15 seconds on each side, making sure the bread absorbs the mixture but isn’t too soggy.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter. Place the soaked bread slices in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the French toast hot, topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or any of your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use stale or day-old bread for the best texture. Fresher bread tends to get too soggy.
- For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream.
- French toast can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 175mg