Description
This custard French toast transforms simple bread into a luxurious breakfast with a rich, creamy interior and golden, crisp edges. It’s an easy, comforting dish perfect for weekend mornings or brunch.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of thick-cut bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, fresh berries
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat until it foams but doesn’t brown.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for about 10 seconds per side.
- Place the soaked bread in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the skillet if needed.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the custard for a warm flavor variation.
- Use brioche or challah for a richer, more indulgent toast.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute almond or oat milk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
