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Cozy & Classic French Toast Breakfast

Wake up to the warm aromas of cinnamon and vanilla with this easy, nostalgic French toast breakfast perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Classic
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 4 slices thick-cut bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • pinch nutmeg optional
  • butter for the skillet
  • maple syrup for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a generous pat of butter, letting it melt and sizzle.
  3. Step 3: Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides well but not soaking so long that it falls apart.
  4. Step 4: Place the coated bread slices into the hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with a generous drizzle of maple syrup on top.

Notes

To switch things up, try brioche or challah bread and swap milk for almond or oat milk. Add fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar for extra flair. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.