Delicious Cinnamon Accented French Toast to Start Your Day Right

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Delicious Cinnamon Accented French Toast to Start Your Day Right
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 26, 2024

This cinnamon accented French toast recipe is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast dish. The warm aromas of cinnamon will fill your kitchen as you cook up this delicious treat. Perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or a special occasion breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 4 slices of thick-cut bread
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Directions

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  2. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter.
  3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
  4. Place the bread in the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  6. Serve the French toast hot, drizzled with maple syrup.

Interesting Facts

  • French toast is believed to have originated in 4th or 5th-century Rome, where it was known as 'Pan Dulcis.'
  • Cinnamon has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties as well as its delicious flavor.