Classic French Toast

Ingredients

• 8 thick slices day-old brioche or challah bread
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, for the pan
• 1/2 cup maple syrup, for serving
• 1 cup sliced bananas or berries, for serving
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together 4 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until fully combined.
2. Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the custard, letting it soak for about 20 seconds per side; day-old bread should absorb the custard without falling apart, while very fresh bread will get soggy faster, so soak it briefly.
4. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet, swirling to coat the surface.
5. Add 2 to 3 soaked bread slices to the skillet, being careful not to crowd the pan.
6. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown and crisp on the outside; if the outside is browning too fast while the center is still wet, lower the heat slightly.
7. Flip once the underside is golden brown, then cook the second side for another 3 to 4 minutes.
8. Transfer cooked slices to a baking sheet in a 200 degree F oven to keep warm while you cook the remaining batches, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
9. Once all the slices are cooked, plate them slightly overlapping.
10. Dust with powdered sugar, top with sliced bananas or berries, and serve immediately with warm maple syrup.

Nutrition

Calories	390
Protein	13 g
Fat	16 g
Carbs	49 g
Fiber	2 g
Sodium	380 mg

Estimated per serving