Indulge in this delightful and fluffy Ultimate French Toast recipe that will have you savoring every bite. Made with thick slices of bread soaked in a rich custard batter and then cooked to perfection, this French toast is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve it with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruits, maple syrup, or powdered sugar for a decadent breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 slices thick-cut bread
- Butter or oil, for cooking
- Toppings of your choice (maple syrup, fresh fruits, powdered sugar)
Directions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Place the bread slices into the egg mixture, allowing them to soak for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil to coat the surface.
- Transfer the soaked bread slices to the preheated skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook the French toast for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve the Ultimate French Toast hot with your favorite toppings.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
French toast is also known as eggy bread, German toast, or gypsy toast.
It is believed that French toast dates back to the Roman Empire, where it was made with stale bread soaked in milk and then fried.
The use of cinnamon and vanilla in French toast adds a delicious aroma and flavor to the dish.
French toast can be traced back to medieval times when it was a way to use up leftover bread.
In America, French toast is commonly served for breakfast or brunch and is often enjoyed with syrup and powdered sugar.