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The Absolute Best Classic French Toast Recipe

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This recipe guides you to make the best French toast with crispy edges and a custardy center. It uses simple techniques to achieve a gourmet breakfast experience.

Ingredients

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  • 8 thick slices of day-old bread (Challah or Brioche recommended)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare your bread: Use thick slices of bread that are slightly stale. This helps the bread absorb the custard without falling apart.
  2. Mix the custard: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until fully combined.
  3. Soak the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture. Let it soak for about 20 to 30 seconds per side. You want the bread saturated but not soggy.
  4. Heat the pan: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt until it foams slightly. Cooking low and slow helps achieve the custardy center.
  5. Cook the toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet, ensuring they do not touch. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
  6. Keep warm: Transfer cooked French toast to a wire rack set over a baking sheet and keep warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while you cook the remaining slices.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup and powdered sugar.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use bread that is at least one day old. Fresh bread becomes too soft when soaked.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with heavy cream in the custard mixture.
  • To achieve a caramelized crust, sprinkle a small amount of granulated sugar onto the buttered pan just before placing the bread down.

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