Description
Indulge in the ultimate French toast experience with this unforgettable and delicious recipe. Perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast or a special brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 1 loaf of thick bread (brioche or sourdough)
Egg Mixture:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- a pinch of salt
Optional:
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Almond or coconut milk as a substitute
Others:
- Butter for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk until blended. Add milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Heat the Pan: Use a non-stick skillet over medium heat, adding butter until melted.
- Soak the Bread: Dip slices of bread into the egg mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Cook the French Toast: Place the soaked bread on the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer to a plate and add toppings like syrup, fresh fruit, powdered sugar, or whipped cream.
Notes
- You can customize your French toast by adding your favorite toppings like berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
- For a richer flavor, use brioche bread; for a tangy twist, sourdough works great.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: French toast, breakfast, brunch, easy recipe, homemade, family-friendly
