Classic French Toast
Thick-cut bread dipped in a creamy egg custard and pan-fried until golden and crispy on the outside. Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, and whipped cream for the ultimate breakfast indulgence.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 2 tbsp butter
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon butter.
- 3
Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture for 2-3 seconds per side, allowing excess to drip off.
- 4
Place 3-4 coated slices on the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Flip carefully and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until golden.
- 6
Transfer to a serving plate and keep warm. Add remaining butter and repeat with remaining bread slices.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch nonstick skillet or griddle
- shallow bowl or pie dish
- whisk
- spatula
- serving plate
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