Description
Classic French Toast is a cozy, comforting breakfast that transforms simple bread into a golden, fluffy delight. Made with eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla, it’s perfect for family mornings or weekend brunches. Serve with maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 slices of thick bread (day-old works best)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frying)
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries for serving
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
- (Optional) Separate eggs, whip whites to soft peaks, and fold into custard.
- Preheat skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp butter.
- Dip bread slices into custard, coating both sides.
- Fry each slice for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining slices, adding butter as needed.
- Keep cooked slices warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.
- Serve immediately with toppings of choice.
Notes
Use day-old bread for best texture. Don’t overcrowd the skillet. Custard can be made ahead for faster mornings. Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, fruit compote, or chocolate spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 130