French Toast
French toast, also known as "eggy bread" or "pain perdu" in French, is a popular breakfast dish that originated from Western Europe. It is made by soaking slices of bread in a mixture of beaten eggs and milk, then frying them until they are golden brown on both sides.
Ingredients
- 6 slices white bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tbsp cinnamon sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cooking oil for frying
- 1 tbsp butter
For Toppings
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Maple Syrup
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, crack two large eggs and add salt, cinnamon sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
- Dip a slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated. Avoid soaking it too long to prevent soggy toast.
- Heat a little oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the soaked bread into the skillet and cook until each side is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Once cooked, transfer the toast to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the remaining slices.
- Now comes my favorite part - topping options! You can go sweet by adding fruits like strawberries or blueberries along with maple syrup. If you prefer savory options instead, try crispy bacon bits with melted cheese on top!
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Notes
Some additional tips for making the best French toast:
- Choose a dense bread like brioche, challah or Texas toast as it will hold up better against the egg mixture.
- Use coconut milk instead of regular milk for a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 468mgPotassium: 216mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 333IUCalcium: 233mgIron: 3mg
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