Description
Classic French toast made with rich egg custard and toasted bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 slices of brioche or challah bread
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak briefly.
- Place soaked bread in the skillet, cooking until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve hot with maple syrup and optional toppings like fresh fruit or whipped cream.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use day-old bread.
- Experiment with different types of bread for varied textures.
- Consider adding a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: french toast, breakfast, brioche, challah, egg custard