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Why You’ll Love My Recipe
French Toast is one of those timeless breakfast classics that everyone should have in their repertoire! With the right bread and a rich, flavorful egg mixture, it’s easy to make something delicious at home. Simple ingredients come together to create a cozy, homemade breakfast that never goes out of style!
If you’re looking to switch things up, try making The Best French Toast for another version of this recipe, or go for something fun like Peanut Butter & Jelly French Toast instead!
Karlynn’s Recipe Notes
- Skill Level: This recipe is easy to make with simple, everyday ingredients – just bread, eggs, dairy, and a little sweetness!
- Total Time: French toast takes about 5 minutes to prep, and just a few minutes to cook each slice.
- Variations: Add a splash of maple syrup or 1-2 tablespoons of dark rum, orange liqueur, or Scotch to your egg mixture for extra flavor! You can also switch up the bread – day-old croissants or other favorites work beautifully. Serve your French toast with my Strawberry Purée, Rhubarb Sauce, or rich Chocolate Sauce for a decadent breakfast!
- Tools For This Recipe: You will need a bowl large enough for dipping the bread, a whisk, a spatula, and a griddle or frying pan.
What You’ll Need for Ingredients
Texas-style Bread: Traditionally, French toast is made with day-old bread that’s slightly stale. This recipe calls for thick-cut Texas-style bread, which refers to slices that are about twice as thick as regular bread – perfect for soaking up the custard. Karlynn’s Tip: Stick with a neutral-flavored bread so the egg mixture can shine. Thick-cut, store-bought bread works great for this!
Eggs: 3 eggs form the base of the custard, giving this French toast its rich texture and classic soft interior.
Butter: Essential for frying, butter helps create that perfect, slightly crisp surface. It also adds a rich, lightly browned flavor that makes each bite delicious. Karlynn’s Tip: Keep the heat moderate so the butter doesn’t burn in the pan and can develop that intense, golden finish.
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla adds a sweet depth that enhances the overall custard taste without overpowering it.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon brings a cozy, spiced warmth that pairs beautifully with the flavors of the French toast. Karlynn’s Tip: Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or other aromatic spices to elevate it even more.
How To Make French Toast
This is a quick overview of the recipe. The full list of ingredients & complete step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Combine the ingredients (minus the bread) in a bowl and whisk.
- Dip each slice into the mixture, coating thoroughly.
- Place on a oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat and brown on each side. Be sure the bread is cooked through.
- Top with your favorite fixings and enjoy!
Karlynn’s Tips and Tricks for the Perfect French Toast
- Use Stale Bread: Slightly stale bread is key to the best French toast! It soaks up the custard more effectively, giving you that rich, fully saturated texture without falling apart. If your bread is fresh, you can let it sit out for a bit to dry out slightly.
- Choose Your Cooking Fat: Butter is the classic choice for that rich, golden finish, but you’ve got options! Olive oil adds a subtle, slightly savory note, while coconut oil brings a hint of sweetness (and a mild coconut flavor). Use what you love – just be generous for the best texture!
- Don’t Skip the Toppings: The finishing touches make all the difference. Maple syrup is a classic for a reason, adding that perfect caramel-like taste. Plus, it just tastes like breakfast, you know? You can also dust your French toast with icing sugar for a light, even coating that adds just the right amount of extra sweetness!
Storage Instructions
This breakfast is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can still be just as delicious!
Refrigerator: Let the French toast cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a frying pan, toaster, or oven until warmed through and slightly crispy again.
Freezer: Place cooled slices in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months, following USDA food safety guidelines. Reheat straight from frozen in the toaster or oven for the best results!
More Delicious How-To Recipes
Looking to learn something new? Every home cook can pick up a new trick, so try one of these helpful How To Guides next:
- Read my post on How to Make Clotted Cream. It’s the perfect topping for scones, especially with jam!
- Why not learn How to Make Toast in the Oven – because who needs a toaster, right?
- A must-know recipe if you don’t already have a go-to, learn How to Make Fluffy Pancakes!
That’s all it takes to turn a few simple ingredients into a golden, comforting plate of French Toast! Crisp on the outside, soft in the middle, and endlessly customizable, this is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Give it a try, make it your own with your favorite toppings, and let me know how it turned out in the comments below! I’d love to hear what you think.
Happy Cooking!
Karlynn
How To Make French Toast
Ingredients
- 4 slices Texas style bread, thick sliced
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon 10% cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients (except the bread) in a bowl and whisk.
- Dip each slice into the mixture and coat thoroughly.
- Place on a oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat and brown on each side making sure the inside of the bread is cooked all the way through.
- Dust with icing sugar and blueberries (if desired) and serve with syrup.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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