Description
Indulge in the Best French Toast Recipe, a delightful breakfast treat that combines crispy, buttery edges with a soft, custardy center. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you whipping up a delicious meal in no time. With simple ingredients like challah bread, eggs, and a hint of cinnamon, every bite is a warm embrace that can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re serving it to guests or enjoying a cozy family breakfast, this French toast is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf challah or brioche bread (thick slices)
- 2 cups half-and-half or heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salted butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- Slice the bread into thick slices, preferably using stale bread for better absorption.
- Whisk together half-and-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Soak each slice of bread in the custard mixture for about 20 seconds per side.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat and add butter.
- Cook each slice for about 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with powdered sugar and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg