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Classic French Toast

Name: Classic French Toast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: french
Ingredients: 4 pcs large egg; 0.5 cup milk; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 8 pcs thick-cut bread; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 0.25 cup maple syrup (optional); 0.5 cup fresh berry (optional)

This recipe creates perfectly golden and fluffy French toast, ideal for a comforting breakfast or brunch. Slices of bread are dipped in a rich, spiced egg mixture and then pan-fried until beautifully browned.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 25 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 482 kcal

Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

4 pcslarge egg
0.5 cupmilk
1 tbspgranulated sugar
0.5 tspground cinnamon
1 tspvanilla extract
8 pcsthick-cut bread
2 tbspunsalted butter

for serving

0.25 cupmaple syrup(optional)
0.5 cupfresh berry(optional)

Equipment

shallow dish · large skillet · spatula · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
In a shallow dish or pie plate, whisk together the large eggs, milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the dish is wide enough to comfortably fit a slice of bread.
2
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
About 1 min
3
Melt a portion of the unsalted butter in the hot skillet, ensuring it coats the bottom.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: You may need to add more butter for subsequent batches.
4
Dip each slice of thick-cut bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 15-20 seconds per side. Avoid over-soaking, which can make the bread soggy.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Brioche or challah bread works wonderfully for French toast.
5
Carefully place the soaked bread slices into the prepared skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
6
Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
About 8 min
Cook’s note: Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
7
Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and keep warm while you repeat the process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter as needed.
Cook’s note: You can keep finished French toast warm in a preheated oven at a low temperature (around 100°C).
8
Serve immediately with maple syrup and fresh berries, if desired.
Cook’s note: Other toppings like powdered sugar, whipped cream, or sliced bananas are also delicious.

Per serving

Nutrition

67%Score

Calories: 482.2kcal
Protein: 17.4g
Carbs: 66.6g
Fat: 15.5g
Fibre: 2.9g
Sugar: 21.3g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat in a toaster, oven, or microwave until warmed through.