Description
Golden and fluffy French toast, made with thick-sliced bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and warm spices. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch treat, this recipe is customizable with endless topping options!
Ingredients
Scale
For the French Toast:
- 6 slices of thick-sliced brioche or challah (day-old preferred)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- Butter or coconut oil for cooking
For Serving:
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Custard: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and sugar until smooth.
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the bread into thick pieces. If the bread is fresh, dry it in a 300u00b0F oven for 10 minutes to help it soak up the custard.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grease with butter or coconut oil.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated. Let any excess drip off.
- Cook the Bread: Place the soaked bread on the skillet. Cook for 1-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Serve Immediately: Top with maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar, or whipped cream. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For a citrusy twist, add 1 tsp of orange zest to the custard.
- To create a caramelized crust, sprinkle a little sugar on each slice while it cooks in the pan.
- Keep cooked slices warm in a 200u00b0F oven while finishing the batch.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster or microwave.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg