Cinnamon French Toast
Turn thick slices of bread into cinnamon French toast with a vanilla egg custard and a golden skillet finish for an easy breakfast.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 12 min
- Total time
- 22 min
- Servings
- 4
Slightly stale bread absorbs custard without falling apart. Use slices about 3/4 inch thick, and dip each piece only until moistened through. A broad skillet cooks several slices at once, while moderate heat gives the egg mixture time to set. This recipe makes eight slices, enough for four servings with fruit alongside.
Cinnamon French Toast
Serves 4 · Prep 10 min · Cook 12 min · Total 22 min
Ingredients
Step-by-step instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a wide shallow dish until the eggs are fully blended. Stir again before dipping each batch because cinnamon tends to float.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter. Dip four bread slices into the custard for about 10 seconds per side, letting excess drip back into the dish.
- Cook for 3 minutes per side, until golden and the centers are set without wet egg. Lower heat if the bread browns too quickly.
- Repeat with remaining butter, bread, and custard. Serve immediately; discard leftover dipping mixture.
A few kitchen notes
- Avoid stacking hot slices, which traps steam and softens the crust.
Ingredient substitutions
- Use unsweetened oat milk instead of whole milk in the same amount.
Storage & reheating
Refrigerate cooked slices within 2 hours for 3 days. Reheat until the center reaches 165°F (74°C).
What to serve with it
Serve with maple syrup, strawberries, and plain yogurt.
Comments & kitchen questions
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Questions from the kitchen
Can I make Cinnamon French Toast ahead?
Refrigerate cooked slices within 2 hours for 3 days. Reheat until the center reaches 165°F (74°C).
What if I can’t find an ingredient?
Use unsweetened oat milk instead of whole milk in the same amount.
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