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Golden brown french toast recipe slice on a plate with tender custardy center and crisp buttery edges.

French Toast Recipe

Rebecca Blumer
Whisk together a smooth cinnamon vanilla custard, dip thick bread slices briefly, and cook on a medium-hot skillet for golden, crisp edges and a tender center in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine French
Servings 8 slices
Calories 167 kcal

Equipment

  • Griddle or skillet
  • Blender or shallow dish
  • Whisk

Ingredients
 

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk (160 ml)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
  • 8 thick slices bread

Instructions
 

  • Heat a griddle to 350 degrees F, or set a skillet over medium heat and grease the cooking surface. The pan is ready when a drop of custard sizzles gently rather than smoking.
  • Blend the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla until the custard is completely smooth. If mixing by hand, beat the flour into the eggs first, then whisk in the remaining ingredients until no dry streaks remain.
  • Dip each bread slice into the custard for 15 to 20 seconds per side, then place it on the hot greased surface. The coating should cling to the bread without dripping off in thick puddles.
  • Cook the slices for 2 to 3 minutes, turn them over, and cook the second side until golden brown. Look for soft bubbling around the edges, a toasted vanilla scent, and a center that springs back slightly when pressed with a spatula.
  • Transfer the cooked slices to a plate and serve them warm. The exterior should be golden with a tender, lightly puffed middle.

Notes

Bread tip: Use thick day-old brioche or challah, or dry fresh slices on a baking sheet at 300 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes so they absorb the custard without collapsing.
Cooking cue: Keep heat steady around 350 degrees F or medium so the middle sets without burning the outside, and avoid pressing down with a spatula.
Reheating: Warm leftover slices in a toaster or oven on a wire rack to restore their crisp exterior rather than using the microwave.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.
Keyword Brioche bread, French toast custard, french toast recipe