Choosing one meal idea from all the brunch recipes is quite a task. However, getting the energy to make that lazy weekend morning a bit productive is essential. Starting the day with something delicious can save everything.
How about a plate of French toast with fresh fruit juice on the side? Be it Classic French Toast or the Cinnamon French Toast. Both have that savory taste that can leave our taste buds dancing in joy.
Here comes the problem—the task of finding the perfect french toast recipe. When we visit some external site for the best recipe, we get confused with so many of them together. “Should I click on this? No, the rating rate is good here. This recipe review looks good.” Now, You don’t have to go anywhere else. We have it for you. Sorted and Quick.
Classic French Toast Recipe
Servings: 2
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Basic Ingredients:
1. 6pcs Fresh Bread (Thick Slices)
2. 2 Big eggs
3. Normal Milk (⅓ cup)
4. Powdered Ground Cinnamon (½ teaspoon)
5. Powdered Nutmeg (⅓ teaspoon)
6. Pure Maple Syrup
7. Vanilla Extract (½ tablespoon)
8. Butter / Oil
9. Granulated sugar (1½ tablespoon)
10. Powdered Sugar
11. Salt (⅓ tablespoon)
Instructions
Preparing The Egg Mixture:
- To prepare the egg mixture, take a medium bowl and crack the two giant eggs in it. (Make sure there is no piece of eggshell in the bowl. It will ruin the taste.) Use a fork to break the yolk and beat it with a spoon or mix it with the egg whites.
- Add the almond milk or the regular milk to the bowl and mix it well with the eggs. (Milk is an essential ingredient when it comes to making french toast. Don’t forget!)
- Now, add vanilla, powdered nutmeg, powdered cinnamon, granulated sugar, and salt into the bowl to make that perfect egg mixture for our french toast. (Feel free to change the measurements according to your taste.)
- Finally, whisk and mix everything for a few minutes.
Our egg mixture is ready. You can now put it aside. (It is an essential part of our recipe. Prepare it well.)
Preparing The French Toast:
- To make French toast, take a non-stick skillet or your regular pan. You have to put the skillet/pan on the stove at medium-high heat. (You can use a large skillet to cook two of the French toast simultaneously.)
- Add some butter and vegetable oil to it and wait until the butter starts turning golden brown. (Why both? Because oil will prevent the bread from sticking and will help it cook well. Butter will give the toast a rich and crunchy taste.)
- Now, Get the mixture you prepared.
- Before using the egg mixture, make sure to whisk it one more time. The mixture will become smooth.
- Take the thick slice of bread and dip it into the mixture. Make sure that both sides of the bread are fully covered with variety. (Bread for French Toast has to be thick. If you use thin slices of bread, the toast will become too crunchy with no softness. A narrow slice of bread absorbs less of the egg mixture.)
- Put the bread in the skillet and let it cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown on medium heat. Flip over to the other side when one side is fully cooked. Transfer it to a plate. (Baking sheet can be used to soak the extra oil and butter from the cooked french toast.)
- Before cooking the other bread slices, make sure to add butter and oil to the pan.
- Your french toast is now ready.
Beyond the Basics: Elevating Classic French Toast with Amy Hand’s Creative Twists
Amy Hand, the Contributing Writer at The Skillful Cook, offers unique variations and ingredients to enhance Classic French Toast:
“French toast is one of my favorite breakfasts! When [I] was considering opening a bakery, a twist on French toast was at the top of my menu ideas list. My career pivoted to writing, but I still have the recipe in my head to share!
A great way to make a twist on a classic French toast is to change up what bread you use. Instead of white bread or brioche, why not use homemade banana bread?
The banana bread caramelized so beautifully when coated in the egg mixture that it contributes a stunning rich flavor to the dish.
To go along with the banana bread, I like [to add] cinnamon and a little cream to the egg mixture to really indulge in those sweet flavors.
This French toast [is going to] be sweet, so I like to top it with simple Chantilly cream and berries to balance out the flavors.”
Serving Ideas
1. With Whipped Cream And Fruits
Ingredients Required
1. Whipped cream
2. Fresh Fruits (Strawberries, Blueberries, Cranberries, Banana or any other fruit of your choice)
3. Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Transfer your freshly cooked french toast bread on top of each other on a plate.
- Cut the strawberries in half or thin slices. You can do the same with blueberries and cranberries or leave them as it is.
- Now, take a small bowl and put the whipped cream in it. You can add as much as you like.
- Drizzle some maple syrup on the French toast and serve warm with fruits and whipped cream.
- Dip and enjoy!
2. With Cinnamon And Powdered Sugar
Ingredients Required
1. Powdered Sugar
2. Powdered Cinnamon
3. Maple Syrup
4. Macerated strawberries and blueberries
Instructions
- After transferring your French toast to a plate, top it with macerated strawberries and blueberries.
- Sprinkle some powdered cinnamon and powdered sugar on it with the help of a filter.
- Serve with Maple Syrup.
Savory Meets Sweet: Mastering French Toast Balance with Expert Tips
Steven Perez, the Founder of kitchenandrangehood.com, suggests that achieving the perfect balance of flavors in a dish like French Toast with whipped cream and fruit is all about moderation and contrast.
Here are a few tips they offer:
- French Toast Batter: Use a light hand with rich ingredients like cream or sugar in your batter. This will prevent the French toast from becoming too heavy when combined with whipped cream.
- Whipping Cream: Opt for a less sweetened whipped cream or even a dollop of crème fraîche to offset the sweetness of the French toast and fruit.
- Fruit Selection: Choose fruits [that provide] a tart or tangy counterpoint to the richness, such as berries or citrus segments.
- Portion Control: Serve smaller portions with a side of fruit to balance the decadent nature of the whipped cream.
- Presentation: Arrange the fruit [in a] visually appealing way that invites the eye and complements the overall dish, like a colorful fruit compote on the side or neatly sliced fruit atop.
- Texture Variation: Add a crunchy element like toasted nuts or granola to contrast the softness of the French toast and cream.
By considering these elements, you can create a dish that delights the palate with a harmonious balance of sweet, rich, and tangy flavors, while also being a feast for the eyes.
3. With Orange Zest And Maple Syrup
Ingredients Required
1. Orange Zest
2. Maple Syrup
3. Some almonds and pistachios
Instructions
- On a plate, take the French toast and top it with Orange Zest, almonds, and pistachios.
- Drizzle the maple syrup on the toast and serve with some fresh fruit juice on the side.
Maple syrup tastes excellent with French toast.
Nutritional Information
- Calories (per 2 slices): 300 – 500 kcal
- Bread and Eggs are excellent sources of carbohydrates
- Protein (per slice): 3.8 grams
- Fiber: 1.8 grams
- Vitamins and Minerals: All the toppings and ingredients used are infused with vitamins and minerals.
Final Say
French toast is a favorite family dish. Not only is it healthy but delicious too. Plus, it is not messy to make—no use of an oven or any other sophisticated kitchen utensil. The remaining bread can be used in making caramel bread popcorn, a shallow dish. (We will share the recipe for that next time.)
Don’t worry about the slightly stale bread. It can be easily used in cooking. You don’t have to search for recipes on other sites now because it is the best French toast recipe you can ever find, with all the information in one place.
Guest Author: Saket Kumar
Last Updated on by Sathi Chakraborty, MSc Biology
