Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade French Toast, a quintessential breakfast treat that transforms any morning into a special occasion. This quick and easy recipe features thick-cut brioche bread soaked in a rich, custardy mixture of eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. Perfect for lazy weekends or festive brunches, this dish is highly customizable – top it with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup to cater to everyone’s taste. Whether enjoyed by kids or adults, this comforting breakfast dish is sure to impress and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche bread (or thick-cut bread such as challah or sandwich bread)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup milk (whole milk preferred)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Butter or cooking spray (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a wide shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated.
- Cook the soaked bread in the skillet for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, and your choice of fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg