Description
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast comfort food with our classic French toast recipe. Learn how to make fluffy toast drizzled with sweet maple syrup.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs (4)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt
- 8 slices of bread (preferably thick-cut)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Crack eggs into a large mixing bowl.
- Add whole milk to the bowl with the eggs.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in granulated sugar.
- Add ground cinnamon and salt to the mixture.
- Whisk all ingredients until well combined.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet, melting it evenly.
- Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides.
- Place the coated bread onto the hot skillet.
- Cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the bread and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining slices of bread, adding butter as needed.
- Warm maple syrup in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Serve French toast hot with warmed maple syrup drizzled on top.
Notes
- Use thick slices of bread for a richer and more flavorful French toast.
- Adjust the sugar and cinnamon amounts to your taste preference.
- Ensure each bread slice is evenly coated with the egg mixture for consistent texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 15g
Keywords: french toast recipe, maple syrup, breakfast dish, classic breakfast, homemade french toast, sweet brunch
