Description
This easy cinnamon French toast recipe transforms breakfast into a warm, comforting experience with fluffy bread and a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 4 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Prepare the Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- 2. Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, allowing them to soak for about two minutes on each side.
- 3. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until bubbly.
- 4. Cook the Toast: Place soaked bread slices onto the skillet. Cook for about three minutes per side until golden brown. Flip carefully to avoid mess.
- 5. Serve: Stack the cooked French toast on plates, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
- 6. Garnish (Optional): Add fresh fruit like strawberries or bananas on top for added color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg