French Toast
French toast is a popular breakfast dish made from bread, eggs, and milk, cooked in a pan. It's often topped with sweet ingredients like maple syrup, fruit, or powdered sugar.
Equipment
- 1 Bread slicer or knife: For cutting bread into slices.
- 1 Mixing bowl: For whisking eggs, milk, and other ingredients.
- 1 Whisk: For mixing egg mixture.
- 1 Non-stick skillet or frying pan: For cooking French toast.
- 1 Spatula: For flipping and removing French toast.
- 1 Plate and serving utensils: For serving and enjoying!
Ingredients
Bread: Challah, brioche, or regular bread (white or whole wheat)
Eggs: 2-3 eggs, beaten
Milk: 1/2 cup to 1 cup
Sugar: 1-2 tablespoons (optional)
Cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
Vanilla extract: 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
Butter or oil: For greasing the pan
Toppings (optional):
Maple syrup
Fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, red current)
Powdered sugar
Whipped cream
Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
Cinnamon or cocoa powder
Instructions
Prepare the egg mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract (if using).
Heat the pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add butter or oil to grease the pan.
Dip the bread: Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly.
Cook the French toast: Place the coated bread slices in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Serve: Serve the French toast hot with your preferred toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
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Notes
Recipe Notes for French Toast:
1. Bread choice: Challah, brioche, or baguette work well for French toast.
2. Egg mixture: Don't over-whisk eggs, as it can make them too frothy.
3. Cooking time: Adjust heat and cooking time based on bread thickness and desired crispiness.
4. Toppings: Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combinations.
5. Make ahead: French toast can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for later use. Simply toast or microwave to reheat. Tips for perfection: 1. Use room-temperature ingredients for better mixing.
2. Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
3. Keep French toast warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while cooking multiple batches. Variations: 1. Stuffed French toast with cream cheese, fruit, or Nutella
2. Cinnamon roll French toast with caramel drizzle
3. Savory French toast with herbs and cheese
2. Egg mixture: Don't over-whisk eggs, as it can make them too frothy.
3. Cooking time: Adjust heat and cooking time based on bread thickness and desired crispiness.
4. Toppings: Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combinations.
5. Make ahead: French toast can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for later use. Simply toast or microwave to reheat. Tips for perfection: 1. Use room-temperature ingredients for better mixing.
2. Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
3. Keep French toast warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while cooking multiple batches. Variations: 1. Stuffed French toast with cream cheese, fruit, or Nutella
2. Cinnamon roll French toast with caramel drizzle
3. Savory French toast with herbs and cheese