Breakfast & Brunch

Classic French Toast

Name: Classic French Toast
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 thick slices brioche or challah bread; 3 large eggs; 3/4 cup whole milk; 2 tbsp heavy cream; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; Pinch of nutmeg; 2 tbsp butter; Powdered sugar, fresh berries, and maple syrup to serve

⏱ 20 min👤 Serves 4

Instructions

Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a shallow dish.
Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. While it heats, dip bread slices in the custard for about 15 seconds per side — long enough to soak through.
Cook 2-3 minutes per side until deeply golden. Add more butter as needed between batches.
Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, and warm maple syrup.

Notes

Day-old bread works best — slightly stale bread absorbs the custard without getting soggy. Brioche or challah make this truly exceptional. Regular sandwich bread works fine in a pinch.

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