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: 8 slices thick bread such as challah or brioche; 4 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla; pinch of salt; butter for the pan; maple syrup for serving

Thick slices of bread soaked in cinnamon-vanilla custard and griddled in butter until golden outside and creamy within. Weekend breakfast made easy.

Prep10 min

Cook15 min

Total25 min

Serves4

What you'll need

12-inch nonstick skilletFor eggs, rice and quick sautés

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Mixing bowl setFor mixing and marinating

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Silicone spatula setFor stirring and flipping

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Steps

Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and salt in a shallow dish.

Soak each slice 20 to 30 seconds per side so it absorbs custard without falling apart.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook slices 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.

Serve hot with syrup and butter.

TipSlightly stale bread works best because it soaks up more custard without turning soggy.