This Poppy Seed French Toast recipe is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast dish. The poppy seeds add a subtle crunch and nutty flavor to the sweet and fluffy French toast. It's perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or a special holiday breakfast. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious and impressive dish in no time. Serve it with a generous drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 8 slices of bread
- Butter for frying
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish
Directions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and poppy seeds.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
- Add a pat of butter to the hot skillet and place the soaked bread slice on top.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve the French toast hot with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Interesting Facts
Poppy seeds are a great source of dietary fiber and essential minerals like calcium and magnesium.
French toast is known by different names around the world, such as eggy bread, pain perdu, and Bombay toast.
Poppy seeds have been used in cooking for thousands of years and are commonly used in European and Middle Eastern cuisines.