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Easy French Toast: The Best Classic Recipe for Fluffy Breakfast

Three golden-brown slices of easy french toast stacked on a white plate, glistening with syrup.
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Make the best classic French toast quickly. This simple homemade French toast recipe delivers golden, custardy slices using few ingredients, perfect for an easy 10-minute breakfast or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick bread (like brioche or challah)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar until fully combined. This creates your simple batter.
  2. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt until it sizzles slightly.
  3. Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 15 to 20 seconds per side. You want the bread saturated but not falling apart for a custardy center.
  4. Place the soaked bread onto the hot, buttered skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the French toast is golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the cooked slice and keep it warm while you cook the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  6. Serve your easy French toast immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • For the fluffiest French toast, use slightly stale or day-old bread; it absorbs the custard better without becoming soggy.
  • If you want a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with half-and-half for a more custardy texture.
  • To keep a batch warm while you finish cooking, place cooked slices on a baking sheet in an oven set to 200°F (93°C).

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