4.8 from 75 votes
The Best French Toast Ever
This French toast recipe soaks thick slices of challah or similar bread in a cinnamon-spiced egg and milk mixture enriched with brown sugar and vanilla. The batter is thickened slightly with flour to help coating and create a tender, custardy center when cooked on a griddle or skillet. The result is golden, lightly crisp outsides with a moist, flavorful interior.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
16
Slices
Calories:
240 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups milk whole, 2%, 1%, or milk alternative
- 7 large egg
- 1/4 cup brown sugar light or dark
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 16 (1-inch thick) slices challah French bread, brioche, or Texas toast
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups milk and 7 large eggs until smooth and frothy.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined. Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour until smooth.
- Heat a lightly buttered griddle or 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Working in batches, soak 16 (1-inch thick) slices challah in the egg mixture until thoroughly saturated but not falling apart, about 30 to 60 seconds. Lift each slice and allow the excess egg mixture to drip off, gently running the edge of the bread along the bowl or use your fingers to remove extra liquid.
- Place soaked bread slices on the griddle and cook over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked French toast to a plate. Repeat with the remaining slices.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries.
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Notes
- Use sturdy, thick-cut bread such as challah or brioche to hold custard without falling apart.
- Whisk the batter well to avoid lumps; add flour slowly while whisking.
- To freeze, cool completely, layer on parchment-lined sheet, and store in airtight containers up to 2 months.
- Reheat frozen slices in the microwave or toaster for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1slice
Calories
240kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
123mg
(41%)
Sodium
327mg
(14%)
Potassium
154mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
310IU
(6%)
Calcium
113mg
(11%)
Iron
2.3mg
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 Slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 240kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 154mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 310IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2.3mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.