Easy French Toast
French toast is a classic breakfast dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. Our favorite French toast recipe involves thick slices of bread, soaking them in a mixture of eggs, evaporated milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and a hit of nutmeg, and then frying them in butter until golden brown. Serve with your favorite syrup, fresh fruit, or fruit preserves for a delicious breakfast or brunch.
[gtranslate]
Tools
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs , at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg , freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar , for sparkling
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted and cooled
- 1 ( 12 fl oz) Full fat evaporated milk or 1-½ cups of whole milk, at room temperature
- 12 1- inch thick slices of bread , preferably stale or day-old bread such as brioche or slices of white bread
- Clarified Butter , avocado oil, or butter as needed for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250⁰F. Place a cooking wire rack inside an 18-by-13-inch sheet pan; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine evaporated milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, salt, and brown sugar. Whisk until the mixture is somewhat homogenous, about 1 minute. Pour into a shallow dish. Heat a large nonstick pan or well-seasoned cast iron pan over medium heat.
- Dip bread in the egg mixture and soak until completely saturated but not falling apart, a few seconds per slice. Brush the pan with clarified butter and transfer the soaked bread to the pan. Toast until the underside is deep golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Sprinkle a bit of the granulated sugar over the toast, then flip and continue toasting until the other side is deep golden brown, about 4 minutes longer. Place the cooked French toast on a prepared sheet pan and keep it warm in the oven.
- Fry the remaining soaked bread slices, adding clarified butter as needed until it’s all cooked. Serve it warm with pancakes or maple syrup.
Notes
How to Store & Re-Heat
French toast is best served fresh; however, follow these instructions if you must store or reheat it. First, allow the french toast to cool completely at room temperature, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. There are a few different options to reheat the french toast, including oven, stovetop, oven, and microwave. The oven is the preferred cooking method, with the microwave being the least desirable.
- For Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray, then lay the slices down evenly, leaving a ½-inch space between each piece of French toast. Place the baking sheet with the French toast into the oven and bake for 4 minutes on each side until it crisps on both sides.
- For Stovetop: Spray a medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Cook the French toast for a minute on each side or until it is heated thoroughly and is crispy again.
- For microwave: Place a damp paper towel on top of the French toast and microwave for 15 or 20-second increments until hot, checking after each session.
Nutrition Facts
Easy French Toast
Amount per Serving
Calories
137
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
102
mg
34
%
Sodium
140
mg
6
%
Potassium
51
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
357
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
35
mg
4
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
Did you Like the Recipe?We would appreciate it if you could rate it. Also, make sure to check out our Youtube Channel for more great recipes. Please share it on social media and tag us so we can see your delicious creations. Thank you!