Description
A classic vanilla French toast recipe featuring slices of bread dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
French Toast Mixture
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Bread
- 6 slices bread (preferably slightly thick-cut)
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon thoroughly until well combined.
- Dip the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, allowing the bread to soak up some of the custard. Ensure both sides are coated but not overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil if desired. Place the dipped bread slices onto the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until each side is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from skillet and serve warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread for better texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust cinnamon amount to taste or omit if preferred.
- For richer flavor, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream.
- Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free bread.
- Cook on medium heat to ensure bread cooks evenly without burning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
