Description
Enjoy cozy mornings with this easy Homemade French Toast recipe. Golden, soft, and infused with cinnamon and vanilla, it’s perfect for a special breakfast or family brunch. Create heartwarming memories with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
- 8 slices thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Fresh berries or sliced bananas, optional
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dip bread slices in the egg mixture and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Add more butter as needed and repeat for all slices.
- Serve with maple syrup and fresh fruit.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread for best results.
- Adjust sweetness with sugar or syrup to taste.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in a skillet for crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 180