Description
Warm, comforting, and beautifully golden, this Classic French Toast recipe delivers a soft custardy center with crisp edges and a cozy cinnamon vanilla aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick sliced bread (brioche or challah)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet or griddle over medium low heat.
- Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Melt butter on the heated skillet.
- Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak briefly on each side.
- Place soaked bread onto the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add a small pat of butter or dust with powdered sugar for finishing touches.
- Serve warm with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use day old bread for better soaking and texture.
- Cook on medium low heat for even browning.
- Do not oversoak the bread to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: french toast, breakfast recipe, easy brunch, classic french toast