Description
This fluffy French toast recipe stands out by incorporating flour into the custard mixture, resulting in a tender and thick coating on each slice of bread. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch, this recipe is easy to prepare and yields a crowd-pleasing dish with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Main Item
- 12 (¾- to 1-inch thick) slices of bread
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients needed for the recipe to ensure smooth preparation.
- Prepare Batter: In a large mixing bowl, place the flour and gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Then, add the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt, whisking everything until well combined into a thick custard batter.
- Heat Pan: Preheat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat and lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
- Soak Bread: Dip each bread slice into the batter, letting it soak thoroughly to absorb the custard mixture and achieve a fluffy texture when cooked.
- Cook French Toast: Place soaked bread slices on the hot griddle or pan and cook each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the French toast hot with your favorite toppings and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For an easy holiday breakfast, make this French toast as a casserole by layering bread slices in a greased baking dish, pouring the batter over, refrigerating overnight, and baking at 350°F for 40 to 50 minutes.
- After baking the casserole, sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top and broil for 2 to 3 minutes to achieve a caramelized finish.
- Use thick bread slices (¾- to 1-inch) to ensure the custard soaks in well without falling apart.
