Description
This Perfect French Toast recipe offers a classic, rich, and fluffy breakfast that combines thick slices of brioche or challah soaked in a creamy custard of eggs, milk, and cream. Enhanced with cinnamon and vanilla, it cooks up golden brown on the stove and pairs wonderfully with maple syrup and fresh berries for a delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Custard Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
Bread and Cooking
- 8 slices thick bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the skillet: Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of unsalted butter to coat the cooking surface evenly.
- Soak the bread slices: Dip each slice of thick bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side so it absorbs the custard without becoming too soggy. Allow excess to drip off before cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown and the interior is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the French toast from the skillet and serve immediately. Top with maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or any favorite toppings as desired.
Notes
- Day-old bread is recommended as it soaks up the custard better without falling apart.
- For crisper edges, consider lightly toasting the bread before dipping in the custard.
- To keep cooked slices warm while finishing the batch, place them in a 250°F oven.
