Introduction:

French Toast is the kind of guys breakfast that is simple, indulgent. And the best thing is that this has a crispy edges, soft center along with a warm and comforting flavor and it’s the best way to kick start the day. French Toast is always a crowd favorite, served plain, or with fruit or syrup or powdered sugar.

Brief History

French Toast comes from ancient times, because similar recipes are in Roman cook books. Unlike its modern name, however, the French dish “pain perdu,” or ‘lost bread,’ probably bears the same meaning as the recipe itself was a means to use up stale bread. Nowadays, it’s one of the most eaten breakfast food around the world.

Ingredients

To make classic French Toast, you’ll need:

1. Bread: Breads that have thickness like that of a brioche, challah, or Texas toast.
2. Eggs: 2 large eggs.
3. Milk: Use whole milk, cream or dairy alternative (½ cup).
4. Sugar: The amount of sweetness you desire depends on that: ~1-2 tbsp.
5. Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon for added flavor.
6. Cinnamon: (I would recommend ½ teaspoon (optional).)
7. Butter: For cooking.
8. Toppings: Powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or whipped cream; maple syrup.

Lets Make!

If you want to make a deliciously decadent but easy breakfast, then you’ve got to check out my French toast recipe. And if you liked this video, don’t forget to hit that like button and subscribe. Hey, you’re watching “Preppy Kitchen” where I, Aryan Iqbal, teach you how to make delicious homemade dishes to share with your family and friends.

This French toast will be ready before you know it, so let’s get started. We’re going to measure out 3/4 of a cup of whole milk. If you want this to be extra rich, you could use some half and half or even add some cream in there. Into a big bowl, I’m adding 3/4 of a cup of milk. Into that milk, we’re going to crack four eggs, 1/4 cup of sugar to keep it sweet.

And now for some flavor, we’re going to add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and of course, a generous splash of vanilla, two teaspoons, maybe a little bit extra. Give this a good whisk. This smell, by the way, already is magic. Okay, our custard is all ready to go. Now we’re going to need a big pan, maybe a dot of butter and our bread.

We’re going to place this over a medium, medium-high heat. Today, I’m using a thick, sliced white bread. You can use any of your favorite breads for French toast. Brioche is a favorite if you want to go rich, and if you want to be super decadent, you can slice croissants in half and make croissant French toast too.

You want your bread to soak up some of this delicious custard but not be so waterlogged that it falls apart. So plop it into there. Just press it down a little bit. After a few seconds, flip it over, plop some butter on that pan and get it nice and melty. (Butter sizzling) Okay, now we can place our soaked bread on there.

And then as you go, you’re going to dip more bread and just keep going. (French toast sizzling) After a minute or so, flip it over. It’ll be nice and golden. As soon as it’s golden brown on both sides, place it onto a platter or right onto the plate if you’re eating it super-fast. A little bit more butter and just keep going.

I forgot to soak my bread. (Chuckles) French toast is the perfect recipe for when you want to put something on people’s plate in the morning and have it be like fancy and delicious with zero effort. You’re literally just making a really quick custard with eggs and milk, flavoring it, and then heating it up on a pan.

It’s so fast and basically foolproof. Everyone’s going to love you, and this was my mother’s trick growing up. She would make French toast all the time. My brother and I loved it, but the secret is it’s so easy. Serve with maple syrup, fruit, whatever you’d like, and you’re going to be in heaven.

Tips for the Perfect French Toast

1. Use Day-Old Bread: Batter takes up the bread’s slightly staleness without becoming mushy.
2. Don’t Over-Soak: Don’t coat the bread too much or it will be a mushy texture.
3. Cook on Medium Heat: It’s important NOT to burn the bread when its cooking through, so this is guaranteed.
4. Experiment with Flavors: In the batter there is room for a pinch of nutmeg, orange zest or a splash of rum.

Conclusion:

French Toast is a timeless staple of a breakfast that everyone loves to make and eat. You can concoct a dish that’s both comforting and impressive, with very little imagination or preparation, just with a few simple ingredients. What are you waiting for? Grab some bread, crack some eggs, and convince yourself you deserve a damn plate of French Toast!