Delicious French Toast
French toast is a beloved breakfast classic that transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary experiences. With its warm, buttery aroma and delightful blend of flavors, this recipe features thick slices of brioche or challah soaked in a rich egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection. Topped with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar, this indulgent treat will impress everyone at the breakfast table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (adjust to taste)
- 4 slices thick brioche or challah bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
- Fresh berries (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add butter until melted.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 seconds on each side.
- Place the soaked bread slices in the pan and cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm topped with powdered sugar and fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For optimal texture, use stale bread as it absorbs the batter better without becoming soggy. Customize your French toast by adding chocolate chips or nutmeg for additional flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.