This is the easy french toast recipe that will become your new go-to! Passed down from my Nana, who taught me how to make her famous french toast, it’s the perfect combination of fluffy and buttery.
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Pin ItIf you’re having a get together with a lot of people, or don’t have much time for active cooking, you may want to try this overnight french toast casserole instead. Or you may want to make my cinnamon sugar coated french toast sticks if you want something fun, delicious and freezable.
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How to Make French Toast
- Make the French Toast Batter. Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Dip the Bread. Heat the butter or oil in a skillet. Dip your bread slices into the mixture, coating both sides without soaking too long.
- Cook. Cook bread in skillet 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
(Related: Homemade Strawberry Syrup)
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Storage, Reheating and Freezing Instructions
To Store: Let the French toast cool completely. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
To Reheat: Reheat in a toaster, oven, or skillet until warm and slightly crisp.
To Freeze: Arrange cooled slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper. Freeze for up to 2 months.
P.S. If you’re more of a pancake person, you should try these super yummy applesauce pancakes: https://nurturedhomes.com/applesauce-pancakes
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Ingredients
- 8 thick bread slices, such as brioche or challah
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl or dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little oil or butter.
- Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly but not soaking too long.
- Place the coated bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more oil or butter as needed.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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