Crispy French Toast
Crisp on the outside and custard-like on the inside, this homemade French toast whispers breakfast indulgence, perfect for weekends, holidays, or celebrations.
Servings: 6
Calories: 485kcal
Ingredients
- 1 loaf unsliced bread
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp sugar with a pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 tbsp Butter (may need extra)
- 3 tbsp canola oil or other neutral flavored oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Cut bread loaf into 1/2 slices
- Combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and vanilla
- Soak each piece of bread thoroughly in the egg mixture for 20 to 30 seconds while turning the slices several times in the egg mixture. For softer or fresher bread, soak less.
- Using medium-high heat, melt a tablespoon of butter and a tablespoon of oil in a pan and lightly brown the bread (use additional butter as needed), about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer lightly browned bread to sheet pan, bake for 6 minutes, then flip each piece over and bake for another 6 to 8 minutes (12 to 15 minutes total)
- Serve with pancake syrup and powdered sugar
Notes
Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Top with powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 226mg | Iron: 4.5mg