Description
Indulge in this easy and delicious French toast recipe, featuring fluffy custard-soaked bread, aromatic cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings!
Ingredients
- Thick slices of brioche or challah
- Large eggs
- Whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Ground cinnamon
- Pure vanilla extract
- Unsalted butter
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, coating both sides for about 30 seconds.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt butter until it sizzles.
- Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for optimal absorption without sogginess. Experiment with toppings like fresh fruit or whipped cream for a personal twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in a toaster or skillet.