This French Toast Recipe is such an indulgent treat and if you are looking for the best French toast recipe you are in the right place. I love this traditional recipe: a crispy toast with butter and hot maple syrup. This recipe is flavorful, delicious and easy to make.
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How to Make French Toast
There are three important things to know when it comes to making great french toast:
- Bread is Important: What type of bread you use to make french toast? Your Bread of choice definitely matters. Choose a thick cut of bread such as brioche bread, Texas toast, sourdough bread or perhaps some homemade bread. Using a thick cut of bread makes for a fluffy interior and crispy exterior.
- It’s all in the Custard: The custard is what gives french toast it’s rich flavor. The custard is made with an egg mixture of egg, milk, vanilla and spices. The consistency of the batter is important. Use a thinner batter for a light toast and a thicker batter for a denser toast.
- Heat is key: Use a large skillet and make sure your butter is at the right temperature. Heating the skillet or griddle to medium heat will assure your french toast cooks evenly without burning.
Ingredients for French Toast Recipe
White Bread, Butter, Milk, Eggs, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Ground Cinnamon, Salt and Nutmeg
Step-by-Step Preparation:
1. Preparing the French Toast Batter:
- In a shallow bowl or shallow dish, whisk together all ingredients: the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg until well combined.
2. Coat and Cook the Bread
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons of butter.
- Once you have a hot skillet, dip bread slices into the batter, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Cook the bread slices for approximately 3 minutes on each side until they achieve a golden-brown hue.
- Once cooked, remove the French toast from the pan and set them aside.
- Serving the French Toast:
- Arrange the cooked French toast on a serving plate.
- Generously add butter and a drizzle of maple syrup or the syrup of your choice. Maple syrup and strawberry syrup are popular options in my home.
- Optionally, serve with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or a side of fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberry or blueberries for an added delight.
How to Store French Toast
French Toast is good to eat for a weekend breakfast or any day of the week. But can you freeze French toast? Absolutely. You can store your toast in an airtight container and place it in the freezer to be enjoyed on a busy weekday morning.
French Toast is a delightful classic dish that is a favorite breakfast for many. This Breakfast staple can be enjoyed in many ways with many different toppings and sides that elevates the ordinary breakfast into a memorable culinary affair. Whether enjoyed during a leisurely weekend morning, on a busy morning or as a special treat with loved ones, this recipe is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Other Breakfast and Brunch Ideas:
Shrimp and Grits: This spicy delight is a great option for any breakfast or brunch menu.
Breakfast Potatoes: Breakfast Potatoes are a hearty breakfast for any day of the week.
Banana Foster French Toast: try elevating an already delicious dish of French Toast slices with this banana foster recipe.
French Toast Recipe: How to Make French Toast
4
servings30
minutes40
minutesIngredients
4 slices Bread
3 Tbsps Butter
⅔ Cup Milk
2 Eggs
1 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
½ tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1/2 tsp Salt
Directions
- In a small bowl add eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg and cinnamon then whisk until well combined.
- Using medium heat bring a frying pan to temperature then melt your butter.
- Coat your bread with the mixture then place them in the pan and cook for 3 minutes on both sides.
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