Description
Creamy French toast beckons with rich vanilla-infused bread from France, promising comfort in each golden slice. Sweet maple syrup and delicate cinnamon sprinkles complete this classic breakfast that you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 thick slices bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter, or more as needed
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) milk
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract (optional)
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) ground cinnamon (optional)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Mixture: Whisk milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a broad mixing bowl until smooth and uniform, creating a luxurious custard-like base for soaking bread.
- Prepare Cooking Surface: Melt butter in a cast-iron skillet or non-stick griddle over medium-low heat, ensuring an even, glistening surface that prevents bread from sticking and promotes optimal caramelization.
- Bread Preparation: Immerse bread slices into the egg mixture, allowing each piece to absorb the liquid while avoiding over-saturation. Let excess mixture drip off, maintaining a delicate, even coating that will transform into a crisp, golden exterior.
- Cooking Process: Gently place coated bread onto the heated surface, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a rich, amber-brown color and a crisp texture. Manage cooking intervals based on pan size, potentially requiring multiple batches to maintain consistent quality.
- Serving and Garnishing: Transfer cooked toast to a warm platter, optionally maintaining temperature in a preheated 200°F oven. Adorn with classic accompaniments like maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream to enhance the culinary experience and add visual and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Select the Right Bread: Choose thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah to absorb the egg mixture without falling apart and create a luxurious, custardy interior.
- Master the Moisture Balance: Dip bread quickly and gently, allowing excess mixture to drip off to prevent soggy toast and ensure a crisp, golden exterior.
- Control Cooking Temperature: Maintain medium-low heat to develop a perfect golden-brown crust without burning, giving the inside time to cook evenly.
- Prevent Sticking Smartly: Use unsalted butter and periodically wipe the pan to create a non-stick surface and achieve uniform browning across all toast slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg