Classic French Toast
Ingredients
- 1uncut loaf white sandwich bread
challah, or brioche
- 5 largeeggs
- 1 ¾ cwhole milk
half-and-half, heavy cream, or a combination
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- ½ tspground cinnamon
- ¼ tspkosher salt
- 3 tbspunsalted butter
divided, plus more for serving
- maple syrup or powdered sugar
for serving
Directions
- 1
Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 200ºF. Fit a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet.
- 2
Cut 1 loaf white bread, challah, or brioche crosswise into 3/4-inch to 1-inch-thick slices.
- 3
Place 5 large eggs, 1 3/4 cups dairy of choice, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Whisk until fully combined, no streaks of egg remain, and the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Place as many bread slices as can fit in a single layer into the milk mixture. Soak, flipping once, until drenched but not falling apart, about 1 minute per side for white bread or about 15 seconds per side for challah and brioche. Transfer the bread slices to the wire rack; repeat soaking the remaining slices.
- 5
Melt 1 tablespoon of the unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add as many bread slices as can fit in a single layer with space around each one. Cook until the bottoms are golden-brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until the second side is browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. If the bottoms are getting too dark, reduce the heat to medium-low. Transfer to a second baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
- 6
Cook the remaining bread slices, melting 1 tablespoon of the unsalted butter in the pan before each batch. Serve with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
Classic French Toast
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About this Recipe
Craving that perfect, golden-brown slice of French toast that's crispy on the outside and wonderfully custardy within? This recipe promises the best-ever classic French toast, elevating your breakfast or brunch with simple, yet impactful ingredients.
The magic truly lies in the intentional blend of rich dairy—whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream—alongside vanilla, cinnamon, and just the right amount of sugar. This combination creates an incredibly flavorful custard that deeply infuses your bread, ensuring every bite is pure indulgence and setting it apart from ordinary versions.
Prepare for a delightful experience that transforms humble bread into a breakfast masterpiece. Each slice will boast a beautifully golden, slightly crisp exterior, giving way to a warm, tender, and incredibly flavorful interior. This main dish is a comforting, satisfying start to any day, appealing to both children and adults alike, and it's naturally vegetarian.
Customization & Serving Ideas
While any good white sandwich bread works beautifully, elevate your French toast further by choosing challah or brioche for an even richer texture. You can also customize the custard's richness by using all whole milk, a mix of milk and half-and-half, or indulging with heavy cream. Don't forget the unsalted butter for cooking, and serve simply with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast or a special brunch, this classic French toast recipe is a fantastic way to gather the family. It's a comforting dish that keeps well, making it a great option for prepping ahead.