Classic French Toast
Classic French Toast is a delicious, crispy breakfast made with cinnamon-vanilla soaked bread, perfect for any topping!
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 c. milk
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- a pinch of salt
- 4 slices bread such as challah or brioche
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- butter for cooking
- Optional for serving: maple syrup honey, powdered sugar, and berries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Cook the soaked bread slices in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and serve hot with maple syrup, honey, powdered sugar, and berries, if desired.
Notes
- Thick slices of bread, like brioche or challah, work best for French toast. Slightly stale bread absorbs the egg mixture without becoming too soggy.
- While it’s important to coat the bread, don’t let it sit too long in the egg mixture. Over-soaking can make the bread soggy and difficult to cook properly.
- Cook the French toast on medium heat to avoid burning the outside while ensuring the inside cooks through. If the skillet is too hot, the bread will brown too quickly without fully cooking.
- Customize your French toast with a variety of toppings, like fresh berries, whipped cream, or even a drizzle of caramel sauce for something extra special.
Nutrition
Calories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 255mgPotassium: 187mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 330IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 147mgIron: 2mg
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