Quick and Elegant French Toast
Transform your mornings with this Quick and Elegant French Toast, a breakfast classic elevated with rich, decadent flavors and effortless preparation. Made with thick slices of brioche or challah bread, this recipe combines a creamy custard base of eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream, infused with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon for a warm, aromatic touch. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft and custardy inside, this French toast is prepared in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weekdays or indulgent weekend brunches. Serve it dusted with powdered sugar, drizzled with pure maple syrup, and topped with fresh fruit for a gorgeous presentation that tastes as good as it looks. Whether you're impressing guests or treating yourself, this quick and elegant French toast is sure to become a new breakfast favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cups maple syrup (optional, for serving)
- 1 cup fresh fruit (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined and smooth.
Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt, ensuring the surface is evenly coated.
Dip one slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for about 5 seconds on each side. Gently shake off any excess before placing it onto the skillet.
Repeat the soaking process with the remaining slices of bread, cooking in batches if necessary.
Cook each slice for 2-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
Remove the French toast from the skillet and transfer it to a plate.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with maple syrup, and garnish with fresh fruit before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and elegant French toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.3 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1017 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.9 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
