French Toast Recipe ~ QUICK AND EASY
The BEST French Toast Recipe! Fluffy and tender on the inside, deliciously browned on the outside. Here is how to make fantastic French toast, what bread to use, how to make the perfect dough, and how to prepare it.
Is there nothing better than French toast for Sunday breakfast?
There are many, fancy variations of this basic recipe. This simple recipe works with many types of bread – white, whole wheat, brioche, cinnamon raisin, Italian or French. Serve hot with butter or margarine and maple syrup.
Prep Time: 5 minsCook Time: 10 minsTotal Time: 15 minsServings: 3Yield: 6 slices
French Toast Recipe Ingredients
- White bread
Thickly sliced bread is the foundation of any French toast. Firm, dense, slightly stale slices absorb the custardy egg mixture better than thin, airy slices.
- Eggs
When it comes to French toast, eggs are essential. The proteins solidify once heated, holding the batter together and providing a rich texture. The fat provides additional creaminess.
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- Milk
You can actually use any liquid for French toast, but milk is the most popular. Not only does milk provide the necessary moisture, but the fat also makes the dough extra rich. In this recipe, whole milk is used because it gives the ideal consistency. However, you can also use half-fat milk, cream, or your favorite milk alternative, with full-fat giving the creamiest consistency.
- Vanilla and cinnamon
The best French toast is warm, cozy, flavorful, and sweet. Cinnamon and vanilla are optional in this recipe, but we recommend using them to get the most delicious experience. If you feel like it, you can also add some nutmeg or sugar.
- Salt
Don’t skip the salt! Just a pinch won’t affect the flavor. Salt helps to break the eggs, incorporate them into the dough and prevent the finished product from having lumps.
- Butter
Like so many of the most decadent dishes, the best French toast is made with butter. If your French toast tends to burn, try frying the batter-soaked bread in a combination of butter and oil.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup milk
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (Optional)
- salt to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional)
- 6 thick slices of bread1 tablespoon unsalted butter, or more as needed
Preparation
- Whisk milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow bowl.
- Lightly butter a griddle and heat over medium heat.
- Dip the bread into the egg mixture so that it is soaked on both sides. Add to the hot pan and bake until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve hot.
