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french toast recipe

The perfect french toast for breakfast

Transform leftover bread into a delightful treat with this authentic French Toast recipe. Ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack, and it's simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course breakfast
Cuisine easy cuisine, french cuisine
Servings 6 people
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stale baguette replace by brioche, or Challah, French baguette works best as it absorbs the custard well. Avoid fresh, soft bread as it may turn too mushy.
  • 2 eggs
  • 40 g caster sugar
  • 250 ml whole milk

For Cooking:

  • Unsalted butter
  • Icing sugar

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base:

  • In a large bowl, break the eggs.
  • Add sugar (adjust to your taste).
  • Pour in the milk.
  • Whisk until smooth.

Prepare the Bread:

  • Use stale french baguette or slices of loaf bread.
  • Slice the french baguette into pieces about 1.5 cm thick. Shapes can be round, oval, or rectangular based on your preference.

Dip the Slices:

  • Submerge each bread slice in the egg and milk mixture.
  • Let it soak for a few seconds on both sides, ensuring the bread absorbs the mixture without breaking.

Cook:

  • Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
  • Melt a generous knob of butter until it turns slightly nutty (avoid burning).
  • Cook the soaked bread slices for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Serve and Decorate:

  • Serve hot or warm.
  • Sprinkle with icing sugar for a light sweetness.
  • Pair with fresh fruit (strawberries, bananas, or blueberries) or drizzle with maple syrup for extra flavor.