Description
This Basic French Toast recipe offers a classic, delicious breakfast made with thick slices of bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture, then pan-fried until golden and served warm with maple syrup and powdered sugar. It’s a simple yet satisfying morning treat perfect for a cozy day.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast
- 4 slices thick bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
For Serving
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Mix the egg batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter evenly across the surface to prevent sticking and add flavor to the bread.
- Coat the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated evenly but do not soak it too long to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the slices: Place the coated bread onto the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until the exterior is golden brown and the inside is cooked through.
- Repeat and serve: Repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed. Serve warm topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or your choice of fresh fruit.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best for French toast as it holds up better when dipped.
- For a richer version, use half-and-half instead of milk.
