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March 21, 2023

Easy French Toast Recipe (VIDEO)

This is the only French Toast recipe you’ll need. The texture is perfect! Pummeled with maple syrup and berries, this is the perfect weekend breakfast, and the make-ahead option is brilliant for feeding a crowd.

Breakfasts like Buttermilk Pancakes and Omelettes are on our regular rotation because they are nostalgic and satisfying and this classic French Toast is definitely a family favorite. Watch the video tutorial for the secret to the best French Toast that is perfectly cooked and never soggy.

Stacked french toast drizzled with maple syrup and topped with berries

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We love special breakfasts for the weekends and holidays like Easter and Christmas morning. Some of our favorites are Crepes, my son’s favorite Eggs Benedict, classic Quiche Lorraine, and of course French Toast because it tastes like dessert for breakfast.

The Secret to the Best French Toast

Try this method once and it will become your go-to batter and method for cooking French Toast.

Batter consistency – adding the extra egg yolks creates a thicker and richer batter that will cook up better and prevent soggy toast.
Sautéing in hot butter crisps up the edges
Oven-finished – transferring the toasts to a hot oven keeps the toasts warm for serving all at once, plus it sets the custard in the center. You’ll even see them puff up in the oven.

French Toast Recipe Video

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Ingredients

This recipe feeds a crowd and will make 8-10 slices (depending on the size of your bread slices). It’s also easy to cut the entire recipe in half for a smaller batch. Scroll down to the print-friendly recipe card to see the detailed ingredient list.

Eggs – use 6 whole eggs and 2 yolks for a richer batter.
Milk – any kind will work (see substitution ideas below)
Salt – balance the sweetness
Vanilla extract – or use bourbon, rum, or brandy for variety.
Cinnamon – our favorite spice, but you can also add a pinch of nutmeg
Honey – adds sweetness to the batter. You can also substitute it with sugar.
Butter – use unsalted
Bread – 1 lb of thick-sliced bread (see options below)

Ingredients for making French toast with eggs, milk, cinnamon, honey, butter, salt

Best Bread for French Toast

You can use any thick-sliced bread. Sweet bread like Challah or Brioche are favorites, but a plain Texas toast also works great.

Brioche bread – a buttery rich sweet bread that soaks up batter well
Challah – a slightly sweet Jewish bread that’s similar to brioche with a high egg content making it ideal for soaking up the batter.
Easter Bread – our raisin-studded sweetbread
Texas Toast – convenient since it comes pre-sliced into thick slices.
White Country Loaf – slice this up into 3/4″ thick pieces
Sourdough – the spongy and sturdy texture is perfect for soaking up the custard without getting soggy.

Pro Tip for Bread: This recipe is the best way to use up bread that is a day old and a little dry. If time allows, set your bread slices out onto a wire rack to air dry for 1-2 hours before using.

How to Make French Toast

This is a simple breakfast to make. Watch the video above and you will be a pro in no time.

Slice bread – into 3/4″-thick pieces and preheat the oven to 275˚F.
Egg mixture – In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, yolks, milk, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, and honey until well blended. Transfer to a casserole dish.
Preheat skillet – set a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-low heat and melt in 2 Tbsp butter.
Soak Toasts – just 30-40 seconds per side.
Sautee French Toast – transfer to the hot buttered skillet and sautee 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Bake – transfer toasts to a baking sheet and keep them in a 275˚F oven while sauteeing the remaining toasts. Once all of the toasts are done, bake another 10-15 minutes to set the custard.

Step by step how to make Egg dip and soak bread

Common Questions:

Can I make this a baked french toast casserole?

Yes, follow the baking instructions for French Toast Casserole Here.

Can I substitute the milk?

Any kind of milk (1%, 2%, or whole milk), half and half, or heavy cream will all work great. You can also use dairy-free milk such as coconut milk or almond milk.

Can I make French Toast in the Air Fryer?

To make it in the air fryer, spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Place soaked toasts in a single layer and air fry at 400˚F for 8-9 minutes flipping halfway.

Can I use croissants?

Croissant French Toast is the ultimate treat. Cut in half, then dip and sauté the same way as any other bread.

Is French Toast really French?

French toast dates way back to the Roman empire and was called pan dulcis – a bread soaked in a milk and egg mixture, then fried up. According to this source, it has since become popular in the United States as French Toast with the word French used as the verb “to French” or “to Slice.” So the naming of French Toast really means Sliced Toast.

French toast arranged on a serving platter

How to Serve French Toast

Sometimes keeping it simple is best and we often just serve it with maple syrup and butter. If you really want to make it more interesting, try our Bacon Pecan Caramel French Toast for a fun way to change up your breakfast routine.

Powdered sugar
Honey Butter
Berries – strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.
Whipped cream
Sliced bananas and Caramel Sauce
Homemade Strawberry Sauce
Baked Bacon – sweet toast and salty bacon is irresistible

Pro Tip: For Cinnamon Sugar French Toast, combine 1/4 cup sugar + 1/2 tsp cinnamon and sprinkle over your warm toast.

French Toast on a plate served with butter, powdered sugar and maple syrup

Make-Ahead

To Refrigerate: Allow the cooked toast to cool completely to room temperature then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Freezing: Arrange cooked and cooled toasts on a baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for easier storage. Thaw in the microwave for 45-60 seconds, or thaw in the refrigerator overnight
To Reheat: warm on a skillet, or in the air fryer or toaster until hot.

This French Toast Recipe is the perfect breakfast. It’s easy, tasty, and perfectly cooked every time. It also reheats so well – you’ll hope for leftovers.

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Easy French Toast Recipe

5 from 114 votes

Author: Natasha Kravchuk

French toast slices drizzled with maple syrup

This French Toast is quick and easy to prepare and is a genius way to use up leftover bread. It's a hearty and satisfying breakfast and perfect to feed a crowd.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Ingredients

Servings: slices of French Toast

Instructions

Slice your bread about 3/4" thick, and arrage on a wire rack for 1-2 hours if time permits to dry out the bread slightly. Preheat the oven to 275˚F.
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, yolks, milk, salt, vanilla, cinnamon and warm honey until well blended and honey has dissolved. Pour into a casserole dish that fits 4 pieces of toast at a time, or as many as will fit your skillet at a time.
Preheat your skillet over medium-low heat and melt in 2 Tbsp butter.
Dip 4 pieces of bread into the egg mixture at a time and soak for 30-40 seconds per side depending on the thickness of the bread. Remove bread slices from egg wash letting excess drip back into the dish then place the bread slices into the hot skillet and sautee for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer to a baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm at 275˚F. Repeat step 4 with remaining toasts, adding more butter as needed. Once all are sauteed, keep them in the oven for another 10-15 minutes for the custard center to fully set then serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Per Serving

260kcal Calories28g Carbs10g Protein12g Fat5g Saturated Fat1g Trans Fat191mg Cholesterol312mg Sodium143mg Potassium1g Fiber4g Sugar484IU Vitamin A1mg Vitamin C103mg Calcium2mg Iron

Nutrition Facts

Easy French Toast Recipe

Amount per Serving

Calories

260

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Trans Fat

Cholesterol

191

Sodium

312

Potassium

143

Carbohydrates

Fiber

Sugar

Protein

Vitamin A

484

Vitamin C

Calcium

103

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Easy French Toast, French Toast, French Toast Recipe

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $6-$10

Calories: 260

Natasha Kravchuk

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