Description
A classic French Toast Delight recipe featuring thick-cut brioche or challah bread soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, milk, cream, and warm spices, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Served with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries for a comforting and indulgent breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Batter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
French Toast
- 8 slices of thick-cut bread (brioche or challah works best)
- Butter or oil for frying
Serving
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil to evenly coat the cooking surface.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of thick-cut bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side so the bread absorbs the flavors.
- Cook the French toast: Transfer the soaked bread slices onto the preheated skillet and cook until each side is golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side, ensuring even cooking.
- Keep warm: Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and keep warm while you repeat the soaking and cooking process with the remaining slices, adding more butter or oil as needed.
- Serve: Serve the French toast hot, garnished with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh berries for added sweetness and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, use thick-cut brioche or challah bread as they soak up the batter well and have a rich flavor.
- Adjust the cooking heat to prevent the French toast from burning before it cooks through.
- You can substitute heavy cream with an equal amount of whole milk for a lighter version.
- Fresh berries can be any seasonal variety like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Leftover French toast can be refrigerated and reheated in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast.
