Description
Hearty French toast brings pure breakfast bliss from classic French culinary traditions. Golden bread slices soak in rich egg mixture, pan-fried to crispy perfection, then topped with sweet maple syrup you’ll savor with pure morning delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 thick slices bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) unsalted butter, or more as needed
Liquid Ingredients:
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) milk
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract (Optional)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) ground cinnamon (Optional)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients meticulously to streamline the culinary preparation.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate 10.5 fluid ounces (310 milliliters) of whole milk, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of premium vanilla extract, and a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Incorporate a whisper of salt to enhance flavor complexity. Vigorously whisk the components until they form a harmonious liquid blend.
- Position a cast-iron skillet or non-stick griddle over medium-low thermal intensity. Introduce 1 tablespoon of unsalted European-style butter, allowing it to melt and create a lustrous cooking surface that prevents bread adhesion.
- Delicately immerse each bread slice into the egg mixture, ensuring comprehensive coverage without saturating. Permit excess liquid to cascade back into the original mixing vessel, maintaining an elegant coating.
- Carefully transfer the prepared bread slices onto the heated cooking surface. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, monitoring the development of a golden-amber exterior and achieving a delicate crisp texture. Adjust cooking frequency based on pan dimensions, potentially requiring multiple culinary cycles.
- Transfer the completed toast to a warm serving platter. Optionally, maintain temperature by placing prepared slices in an oven preset to 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93 degrees Celsius) while completing subsequent batches.
- Embellish the French toast with an array of accompaniments: pure maple syrup, dusted powdered sugar, freshly harvested seasonal berries, or cloud-like whipped cream to elevate the sensory experience.
Notes
- Rescue Stale Bread: Transform day-old challah, brioche, or sourdough into a decadent breakfast by selecting thick slices that will beautifully absorb the rich egg mixture without disintegrating.
- Temperature Trick: Keep your skillet at a steady medium heat to guarantee each slice develops a gorgeous golden-brown exterior while maintaining a dreamy, custardy center.
- Quick-Dip Technique: Prevent soggy bread by swiftly dipping slices into the egg mixture, creating a crisp coating that locks in luxurious softness and prevents falling apart during cooking.
- Flavor Boosters: Elevate your French toast with a surprise splash of orange liqueur or swap vanilla extract for almond extract, adding unexpected depth to your morning masterpiece.
- Serving Strategy: Maintain freshly cooked slices at their peak by placing them on a low-temperature baking sheet in the oven, ensuring every batch arrives at the table warm and inviting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg