Indulge in a breakfast favorite with this classic French toast recipe. Made using simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast. The bread slices are soaked in a sweet and flavorful custard mixture, then cooked until golden and crispy. Serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruits for a delightful morning treat. This recipe is sure to become a breakfast staple in your household!
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing the pan
Directions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and let it preheat.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
- Grease the preheated skillet or griddle with butter or cooking spray.
- Place the soaked bread slices on the skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked French toast to a serving plate and keep warm.
- Repeat the process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter or cooking spray to the pan as needed.
- Serve the French toast warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruits. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
French toast is known by different names in various countries. In France, it is called "pain perdu," which translates to "lost bread."
French toast can be traced back to the Roman Empire, where it was prepared using day-old bread soaked in a milk and egg mixture.
French toast can be customized with various toppings and flavorings, such as Nutella, peanut butter, or sliced bananas.