Grandma's Easy French Toast
Start your morning with the comforting nostalgia of "Grandma's Easy French Toast," a timeless breakfast classic that’s as quick as it is delicious! This easy recipe combines pantry staples like eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a hint of cinnamon and sugar to create the perfect custard for soaking thick slices of bread, such as brioche or challah. Gently cooked to golden-brown perfection in a buttery skillet, each slice boasts a crisp, caramelized exterior with a soft, fluffy center. Ready in just 25 minutes, this family-friendly dish is ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunch. Elevate it with your favorite toppings—drizzle with maple syrup, dust with powdered sugar, or pile on fresh fruit for a personalized touch. Perfect for serving four, this simple yet flavorful French toast recipe is sure to become a cherished staple at your breakfast table!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 pinch Salt
- 8 slices Thick-sliced bread (e.g., brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for greasing the pan)
- 0 to taste Optional toppings (e.g., syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Step 2
Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small knob of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon) and allow it to melt, evenly coating the pan.
Step 3
Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well-coated, but avoid soaking it for too long to prevent it from becoming too soggy.
Step 4
Transfer the coated slice of bread to the preheated skillet. Repeat the process with additional slices, cooking as many as can comfortably fit in the pan without overcrowding.
Step 5
Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes on the first side, or until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6
Repeat the dipping and cooking process with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Step 7
Serve the French toast warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (832.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1702.7 |
| Total Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 32.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 908.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2123.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 201.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.2g | |
| Protein 65.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 289.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 775.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1096.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories