Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast delight with this Best French Toast Recipe. Perfect for lazy weekends or festive brunches, this dish features thick slices of challah or brioche soaked in a rich custard made from eggs, cream, and aromatic spices. Cooked to a golden brown and served warm, each bite offers a crispy exterior and a creamy, custardy center. Elevate your French toast experience with a variety of toppings — from fresh berries to maple syrup or even a dollop of whipped cream for that extra touch of indulgence. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to create a personalized brunch masterpiece in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf Challah or Brioche Bread (thick slices)
- 2 cups Half-n-Half or Heavy Cream
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Salted Butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- Slice the bread into thick pieces (stale works best).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the half-n-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture for about 20 seconds on each side; let excess drain off.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add butter.
- Cook each slice for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg