Classic French Toast
Thick slices of bread soaked in a rich custard mixture, then pan-fried until golden and served with maple syrup and fresh berries.
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick-cut bread, preferably day-old brioche or challah
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, for cooking
- 1/2 cup maple syrup, for serving
- 1 cup fresh berries, for serving
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
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1
In a shallow bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp salt until well combined.
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2
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and let it melt.
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3
Dip each slice of 8 slices preferably day-old brioche or challah thick-cut bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 30 seconds on each side.
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4
Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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5
Add more unsalted butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
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6
Serve hot with 1/2 cup for serving maple syrup, 1 cup for serving fresh berries, and a dusting of 2 tbsp for dusting powdered sugar if desired.