Description
French toast is the ultimate comfort food that transforms a simple breakfast into a cozy experience. With crispy, golden slices enveloped in a sweet cinnamon aroma, this recipe brings warmth and joy to any morning. Perfect for lazy weekends or festive brunches, it’s an easy dish that everyone will love and remember.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 slices thick bread (like brioche or challah)
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until combined.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until bubbling.
- Briefly soak each slice of bread in the egg mixture, ensuring it’s moist but not soggy.
- Cook the soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using day-old bread for better soaking. Variations include using cinnamon raisin bread or adding whipped cream on top. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet or toaster.