French Toast
This easy french toast recipe gives you golden, fluffy slices every time. Perfect for cozy mornings when you want something sweet without a lot of fuss.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 slices thick bread like brioche or challah
- Butter and oil for cooking
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk until yolks and whites are fully combined.
- Add the milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the bowl.
- Whisk the mixture again until everything is smooth and well blended.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Add a small amount of butter and a splash of oil to the skillet.
- Dip one slice of bread into the custard mixture and let it soak for about ten seconds per side.
- Lift the bread out and let any excess drip off.
- Place the soaked bread onto the heated skillet.
- Cook the bread for two to three minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
- Flip the bread carefully and cook the other side for another two to three minutes.
- Remove the cooked french toast from the skillet and place it on a plate.
- Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter and oil to the skillet as needed.
- If making a large batch, keep finished slices warm in a 200-degree oven until ready to serve.
- Serve the french toast warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, berries, or your favorite toppings.