Classic French Toast
Bread slices soak in a lightly sweet cinnamon custard, then cook in butter until golden.
By Moow Editorial ·
- Use slightly stale, sturdy bread so it absorbs the custard without falling apart.
At a glance
Read through the method once, then prep the ingredients in the order listed.
- Yield: 3 servings
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
For the most consistent result, use the listed weights when available; household measures are rounded.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Serving basis: One serving from the final reviewed yield of 3 servings.
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Protein: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Sodium: 586 mg
Estimated from the listed ingredients and serving yield using USDA FoodData Central. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, cooking losses, oil absorption, and portion size.
French Toast
Have these measured and ready before you begin.
- 6 slices sandwich bread
- 4 large eggs
- scant 1/2 cup (100 ml) milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) butter
Directions
1. Whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, salt, and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl.
2. Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture and let it soak thoroughly without falling apart.
3. Melt the butter in a heated skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook the soaked bread on both sides until golden and the egg coating is set.
5. Serve warm with fruit, honey, or labneh if desired.
Sources
Contains wheat, milk, and egg. Cook until the egg coating is fully set and reaches 160°F (71°C); honey should not be served to children younger than 12 months.