Delicious French Toast Recipe for Perfect Breakfast
This delicious French toast recipe is a classic breakfast favorite that combines crispy edges with a soft, fluffy center. Perfectly sweetened and...
Ingredients
- 4 slices of thick bread (like challah or brioche)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pinch of salt
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Fresh berries (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, sugar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not soaked through. Let excess mixture drip off.
- Place the dipped bread slices onto the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Add more butter as needed for the next batches and repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining bread slices.
- Once cooked, serve the French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and garnished with fresh berries if desired.