Here’s a classic, easy French Toast recipe—golden on the outside, soft on the inside 🍞
Classic French Toast
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
- 4–6 slices bread (thick-cut works best: brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or half-and-half for richer toast)
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Make the custard
In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. - Dip the bread
Dip each slice into the mixture, letting it soak about 10–15 seconds per side (don’t oversoak). - Cook
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add butter.
Cook bread 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. - Serve warm
Top with syrup, powdered sugar, fruit, or whipped cream.
Tips for best French toast
- Slightly stale bread works best—it absorbs without falling apart
- Keep heat medium so it cooks through without burning
- Add a splash of cream for extra richness
Variations
- Cinnamon roll style: Add nutmeg and extra cinnamon
- Stuffed: Fill with cream cheese and berries
- Savory: Skip sugar/vanilla; add salt, pepper, and herbs
Want an oven-baked, overnight, or dairy-free version?
