Description
Learn how to make classic French toast. This recipe is simple, quick, and results in golden-brown, custard-soaked bread that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (brioche, challah, or thick-cut white bread work well)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil, for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Optional toppings: fresh fruit, powdered sugar, whipped cream
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Let it soak for about 30 seconds per side, or longer for a more custardy interior.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread for best results as it will soak up the custard without falling apart.
- Adjust the cinnamon and nutmeg to your preference.
- For richer French toast, you can use half-and-half or cream instead of milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 200-250 (without toppings)
- Sugar: Approx. 5-10g
- Sodium: Approx. 150-200mg
- Fat: Approx. 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20-25g
- Fiber: Approx. 1-2g
- Protein: Approx. 8-10g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 70-80mg