Classic French Toast

How to Make French Toast

Whip up this light, fluffy French toast faster than you can say, “Pass the syrup, please.” With only seven ingredients and a few simple steps you’ll have a yummy brunch to feed your hungry crew. Here’s how it’s done.

Mix

Prep your batter by beating the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla in a bowl. The egg whites and yolks should be well-combined with a uniform, light yellow color.

Heat

Get your griddle going. Medium heat is best for this Classic French Toast recipe. Listen for the sizzle when you add your butter or oil to the surface.

Dip

Take your bread slices for a dip in your egg mixture, coating both sides evenly. For gooey, rich French toast, soak the bread for 10 minutes on each side. For a firmer texture in the middle, give the bread a quick flip, so it soaks up less of the egg mixture. It’s all up to you!

Cook

Add your slices to your hot griddle, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. If your slices aren’t browning evenly, try adjusting their position on your griddle–they may heat differently depending on where they’re placed. And don’t worry, we won’t tell if you sprinkle a little extra cinnamon and sugar after you flip!

Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and plenty of ooey gooey maple syrup, this yummy French toast will have the whole family coming back for seconds (or maybe even thirds). Check out the full detailed directions below to make this breakfast classic.

What Are the Ingredients in French Toast?

Aside from being downright delicious, the best thing about French toast might be that it’s easy to make—you may just have everything you need waiting in your kitchen! This Classic French Toast recipe has just seven ingredients, making it super easy to pull off an epic weekend brunch without a lot of planning.

Bread: For the foundation of your French toast—you can use any bread you like, but thick-sliced bread like challah or brioche work well for soaking up the custard mixture.

Eggs: Eggs hold all the ingredients together and provide the rich, velvety texture French toast is known for.

Milk: Milk adds moisture and creaminess to your custard mixture and helps tenderize the bread so you get the perfect fluffy, soft slices that make this dish oh so craveable.

Sugar, cinnamon & vanilla: When it comes to flavor, this trio can’t be beat! Adding sweetness and an absolutely mouth-watering aroma, these ingredients take your French toast over the top.

How Do I Serve French Toast?

As versatile as it is tasty, this classic dish is an all-star at any morning table. (Though, come to think of it, breakfast for dinner is never a bad idea either!) It’s a perfect recipe for special holiday brunches where the entire family can gather in the kitchen for a little extra quality time.

Serve your French toast hot off the griddle with a dusting of powdered sugar. Make sure you’ve got plenty of maple syrup on hand for drizzling. You can add fresh berries for a fun, fruity twist to the recipe. Or, if you like a bit of savory to go along with your sweet, try serving with a side of bacon or sausage. However you serve it, grab a slice for yourself before it disappears! Check out this collection of family-favorite recipes for even more fun breakfast and brunch inspiration.