Classic French Toast
This Classic French Toast is rich, custardy, and golden-brown with a perfect balance of vanilla, cinnamon, and warm honey. Made with thick-sliced brioche or challah and finished in the oven to set, it’s an elevated version of the breakfast favorite—ideal for weekends and special mornings.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp warm honey
- 1 lb brioche challah, or Texas toast (8–10 slices, ¾-inch thick)
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter for sautéing
Instructions
- Slice bread and allow to dry slightly. Preheat oven to 275°F.
- Whisk together eggs, yolks, milk, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, and honey.
- Heat skillet over medium-low and melt 2 Tbsp butter.
- Soak 4 slices at a time in custard, 30–40 sec per side.
- Cook in skillet 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Repeat.
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Notes
- Bread Tip: Slightly stale or day-old bread works best—it soaks up more custard without falling apart.
- Flavor Twist: Add orange zest or nutmeg for extra depth.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use plant milk and dairy-free butter to make it non-dairy.
- Freezer-Friendly: Freeze cooked slices and reheat in a toaster or oven.