French Toast

This amazing French toast recipe works with many types of bread — white, whole wheat, brioche, cinnamon-raisin, Italian, or French! Delicious served hot with butter and maple syrup.

Ingredients and Substations

Every home cook has their own twist on basic French toast, but most variations contain the following ingredients:

• Bread: Thick-cut bread is the base for all French toast. Sturdy, dense, slightly stale slices absorb the custard-like egg mixture better than thin, airy ones.
• Eggs: When it comes to French toast, eggs are essential. The proteins solidify once they’re heated, which binds the batter to the bread and adds texture. The fat, meanwhile, adds extra creaminess.
• Milk: You can technically use any liquid to make French toast, though milk is most popular. Not only does milk add the necessary moisture, but the fat gives the batter extra richness. This recipe calls for whole milk because it creates the ideal texture. You can easily substitute half-and-half, cream, or your favorite alternative milk – full-fat varieties will produce the creamiest consistency.
• Vanilla and cinnamon: The best French toast is warm, cozy, aromatic, and sweet. The cinnamon and vanilla in this recipe are optional, but I definitely recommend using them for depth of flavor. You could even add a little nutmeg or cinnamon if you feel like it.
• Salt: Don’t skip the salt! Just a pinch won’t affect the flavor. Salt helps break down the eggs, incorporate them into the batter, and prevents egg chunks in the finished product.
• Butter: The best French toast is made with butter. If your French toast has the tendency to burn, try a lower heat and fry the batter-soaked bread in a combination of butter and oil.

Print Recipe

French Toast

Author: savoryfoodtrail.com Cooking Method: Pan fry Cuisine: American, French Courses: Breakfast Recipe Keys: F Family Friendly Kids Quick Meals

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 Thick Slices Bread
• 1 cup Milk (or milk substitute)
• 3 Eggs
• ¹⁄₄ tsp Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Unsalted butter (more as needed)

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients

   Whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt together in a large shallow bowl.

   Lightly butter a griddle or skillet and heat over medium high heat.

   Dunk the bread into the egg mixture soaking both sides.

   Transfer to your pan and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

   Serve with butter or maple syrup.

Keywords: French toast, breakfast