Classic French Toast (Printable Version)

Golden, vanilla-infused bread slices pan-fried to perfection and served with sweet toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy & Eggs

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Dry Ingredients

04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Bread

08 - 8 slices day-old brioche, challah, or thick white bread

→ For Cooking

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Toppings

10 - Maple syrup
11 - Powdered sugar
12 - Fresh berries or fruit

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl until fully combined and smooth.
02 - Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking for a few seconds on each side just until saturated without becoming completely soggy.
04 - Transfer soaked bread to the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Add remaining butter as needed between batches.
05 - Place cooked French toast on serving plates and top with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries if desired. Serve warm for best results.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Transforms ordinary stale bread into something extraordinary without wasting food
  • Creates restaurant quality breakfast in under 20 minutes with ingredients you already have
02 -
  • Using fresh bread will result in mushy French toast that falls apart during cooking
  • Crowding the pan lowers the temperature and prevents proper browning
03 -
  • Add a teaspoon of orange zest or almond extract to switch up the flavor profile
  • Let the French toast rest for a minute before serving so the custard sets
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