Classic French Toast
Golden, custardy French toast with crisp edges - a weekend breakfast that turns plain bread into a treat.
- ⏱ 15 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread
- 2 eggs
- 120 ml milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Soak each bread slice 20-30 seconds per side.
- Cook in buttered pan over medium heat until golden both sides.
- Serve with syrup and fruit.
💡 Chef's tip
Let each slice soak 20-30 seconds per side so the custard reaches the center, then cook on medium so it sets through.
Slightly stale, thick-cut bread is ideal: it soaks up the custard without falling apart, where fresh soft bread turns soggy and tears.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Protein: 12 g
- Carbs: 38 g
- Fat: 12 g
