Description
This Simple French Toast Recipe is a cozy, comforting breakfast that’s quick to make. Thick slices of bread soak in a sweet egg mixture and cook to golden perfection. Serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruits for a delightful start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 8 slices day-old bread (brioche or challah preferred)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruits for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Preheat skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter.
- Dip bread slices in the egg mixture, coating both sides.
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Add more butter as needed.
- Keep cooked slices warm and repeat with remaining bread.
- Serve with syrup, powdered sugar, and fruits.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for best results. Fry over medium heat for crisp edges. Make-ahead option: soak bread overnight in the custard mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg