Description
Enjoy a simple yet indulgent breakfast with this classic French toast recipe. Custard-soaked bread is fried to a golden crisp and served with your favorite syrup. It’s a delightful way to start your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (brioche, challah, or thick-cut white bread work best)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter, for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let it soak for about 30 seconds per side.
- Melt a tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Carefully place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with maple syrup.
Notes
- For crispier French toast, use slightly stale bread.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for extra flavor.
- Top with fresh berries or whipped cream for a special treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg