Fluffy French Toast
Fluffy French Toast is a delightful breakfast dish that is easy to prepare and makes for a classic morning treat. This recipe will give you golden-brown slices that are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 shallow dish or plate
- 1 frying pan or skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 slices thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
- to taste maple syrup for serving
- optional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until fully combined.
- Add the milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the eggs, and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture into a shallow dish or plate that is large enough to fit the bread slices.
- Heat a frying pan or skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Once the butter is melted and bubbling, dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are well-coated but not soaked.
- Place the coated bread slices into the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the French toast from the skillet and keep warm while you cook the remaining slices, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve the French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and optionally dusted with powdered sugar.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, you can add toppings like fresh berries, whipped cream, or even chocolate chips to the French toast.
If you'd like to make this recipe in advance, you can prepare a custard mixture the night before and store it in the refrigerator. Just dip the bread and cook it in the morning.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread as a substitute.