Best 11 Best French Toast Recipes

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French toast, a culinary delight originating from the heart of France, is a classic breakfast dish enjoyed worldwide. This delectable treat takes basic ingredients like stale bread, eggs, and milk and transforms them into a golden-brown masterpiece. Each bite of French toast offers a perfect balance of crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior, making it an irresistible choice for both young and old. With countless variations and toppings to choose from, French toast offers endless possibilities for experimentation and indulgence. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of French toast, unraveling the secrets behind the perfect recipe and discovering the endless combinations that make this dish a timeless favorite.

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THE BEST FRENCH TOAST



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There's no question that this is the best French toast recipe. The caramelized exterior meets a soft, custardlike center that practically melts in your mouth. Not only that, but it's quick and easy, too! -Audrey Rompon, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
3 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices day-old brioche bread (1 inch thick)
Optional toppings: Butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, whisk together the first 7 ingredients. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat., Dip bread in egg mixture, letting it soak 5 seconds on each side. Cook on griddle until golden brown on both sides. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 263mg cholesterol, Sodium 786mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BEST OVEN BAKED FRENCH TOAST



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Easy make-ahead French toast.

Provided by Ginny Thompson Oakley

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 8h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter, melted
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
12 slices sandwich bread
6 eggs
½ cup milk
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Spread any remaining melted butter over bottom of dish.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over melted butter.
  • Arrange bread in two layers over brown sugar mixture.
  • Beat eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl; pour over bread.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 171.2 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 421.1 mg, Sugar 22.7 g

THE BEST FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE



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There's no need to get up early on the weekend to make brunch for a crowd. With this rich, custardy French toast casserole, nearly all the prep is done in advance. Simply assemble and refrigerate overnight. About an hour before brunch time, just pop it into the oven. Whip up a fast and easy banana-caramel topping and bask in the praise of your well-fed guests.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Unsalted butter for greasing pan, at room temperature
1 loaf day-old brioche (about 1 pound)
6 large eggs
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Kosher salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Kosher salt
4 ripe-but-firm bananas, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • For the casserole: Trim the ends from 1 loaf day-old brioche (about 1 pound) and cut into ten 1-inch thick slices. Cut each slice in half diagonally to make two triangles from each piece. (If the bread is fresh, dry it out a bit. Place the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 300 degrees F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.)
  • Whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until well blended. Dip each triangle of bread in the custard, lightly coating each side. Shingle the pieces in the prepared pan, overlapping slightly.
  • Pour any remaining custard over the bread slices. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or up to overnight.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let rest 15 to 20 minutes at room temperature before baking. Remove the plastic wrap and bake until the casserole is golden and puffed and the custard is set, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • For the topping: bring the butter, sugar and syrup to a boil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until the butter is melted and the mixture is begins to thicken, about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla, a pinch of salt, and the walnuts, stirring to coat. Turn off the heat and add the sliced bananas, stirring to coat evenly. Spoon the desired amount of the banana-syrup mixture over the casserole and serve any additional on the side.

BEST BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST



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Probably the best French toast ever. Finishing it in the oven ensures that even thick slices are not runny or underdone. Browned butter also adds a nutty, caramel twist to the usual maple goodness.

Provided by ABC123

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups milk
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon butter, divided, or more as needed
6 (1 inch) thick slices dry brioche bread
¼ cup butter
6 tablespoons maple syrup, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk milk, eggs, vanilla extract, sugar, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, dip each slice of brioche bread in the egg mixture and cook in the hot butter until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side, adding more butter as needed. Transfer French toast to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Cook and stir 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium-low heat until browned and toasty, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer browned butter to a cold dish. Drizzle browned butter over baked French toast and top each slice with 1 tablespoon maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.5 calories, Carbohydrate 79.7 g, Cholesterol 338.9 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 721.4 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

THE BEST RAISIN BREAD FRENCH TOAST



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What a wonderful breakfast to make. The best day is Sunday when you wake up and just want to take it easy all day.

Provided by Alexis Mom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 14m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup half-and-half
2 eggs
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
8 slices raisin bread
2 bananas, sliced
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup syrup

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine all french toast ingredients except the bread and beat until smooth.
  • Spray large nonstick skillet or griddle with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat over medium high heat until hot.
  • Dip each slice of bread in egg mixture and add to skillet.
  • Cook 2 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  • Top each serving with banana slices and pecans and drizzle with syrup.

BEST FRENCH TOAST EVER RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by jsides

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 eggs
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
12 slices of bread
Butter, for cooking and spreading
Syrup

Steps:

  • Mix together dry ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Beat together eggs, milk and vanilla then add to dry ingredients and combine. Heat a large skillet or griddle. Add butter to skillet. Dip each slice of bread in egg mixture and transfer to skillet. Cook, flipping once, until egg mixture is set and browned on both sides. Continue adding butter to the skillet, as needed, as you cook more French toast. Serve with butter and syrup, or your favorite French toast toppings.

BEST BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST



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Categories     Egg

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups milk
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
6 slices (1-inch thick) dry brioche bread
1 tablespoon (divided/more as needed) butter
1/4 cup butter
6 tablespoons (or more to taste) maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk milk, eggs, vanilla extract, sugar, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, dip each slice of brioche bread in the egg mixture and cook in the hot butter until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side, adding more butter as needed.
  • Transfer French toast to a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Cook and stir 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium-low heat until browned and toasty, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer browned butter to a cold dish.
  • Drizzle browned butter over baked French toast and top each slice with 1 tablespoon maple syrup.
  • Note: Leave bread out overnight if fresh, in order to dry it out a bit.
  • Note: Challah bread can be used in place of the brioche, if desired.

BEST EVER FRENCH TOAST



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I loved the addition of Parmesan cheese to the dipping mixture. It's something I never thought of and adds a savory flavor. The optional Bananas Foster topping is a must! It brings this French toast to a whole new level. So good!

Provided by Julie Jarrell Bailey

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 eggs
1 c milk
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp maple syrup (or regular syrup)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 pinch salt
1/3 c Parmesan cheese
12 slice bread
2 Tbsp butter or margarine (I use a butter/canola blend)
OPTIONAL TOPPING: FAUX BANANAS FOSTER
1 banana, sliced
1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 pinch cinnamon (or more - adjust to taste)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat butter in large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  • 2. While butter is melting, mix all ingredients together except for the bread.
  • 3. Dip bread into the egg mixture and place into the skillet.
  • 4. Cook to a golden brown on each side. Add additional butter to the skillet as needed for each batch.
  • 5. OPTIONAL TOPPING: FAUX BANANAS FOSTER: Melt butter in skillet. Add brown sugar and cinnamon and blend. Add bananas and stir til well-coated and warm. Serve over top of the French Toast.

NOW! THIS IS FRENCH TOAST...THE BEST I HAVE EVER MADE



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Wow, are you in for a treat, this is so good. My friend introduced me to the Italian Dessert Bread/Cake, il Pandoro by Battistero. It is wonderful, so delicious, light and airy.When this lovely treat dried out, I made French toast with it. Am I ever glad that I did, this is one of the best tasting French toasts I have ever tried. I am really hoping that you will enjoy this simple treat. Bon Appetite.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Breakfast

Time 17m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 jumbo eggs
1/4 cup coffee creamer, hazelnut flavored liquid
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, pure, white
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 slices bread, Italian dessert
1/8 cup icing sugar (garnish)
1 tablespoon butter (for frying)

Steps:

  • Add the eggs to a large bowl, then whisk until they are frothy.
  • Now add the creamer, vanilla and salt, mixing well.
  • Place a pan on medium/low heat and add the butter to the pan.
  • Dip the bread into the egg mixture, making sure to soak both sides, the bread will absorbed all the egg.
  • Cook in prepared pan for 4 - 6 minutes per side.
  • Watch closely to keep bottom from burning.
  • You may need to flip the bread more than once to get a lovely golden brown color.
  • Check to make sure the french toast is completely cooked before removing from heat.
  • Garnish with the powdered sugar and enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.

THE BEST TASTING FRENCH TOAST



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This is the best french toast I have ever had. I get this bread machine mix at Safeway Stores. If anyone loves french toast I hope they will try this, you will love it.

Provided by Lori Bailey

Categories     Breads

Yield 8-10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box classic hearth international collection bread machine dough (Hawaiian Royal Sweet Bread)
3/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon or 1 teaspoon nutmeg
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Make bread according to your bread machine.
  • Or you can follow the directions on the box for oven baking.
  • Cut into thick slices, dip into your egg mixture and cook.

BEST EVER FRENCH TOAST-BREESE WAYE INN



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My parents stayed at this B&B, I think in Iowa, and brought back this recipe. This is a great breakfast for company as it can be made the night before. I made it for a choir retreat and it was a big hit. Tastes good as is as well as with maple syrup. I included the time in the refrigerator in the cooking passive time. Other than that, this really is a quick breakfast.

Provided by Chef by Chance

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 eggs, beaten
12 ounces evaporated milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 loaf French bread
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Whisk together the milk and eggs until well blended.
  • Whisk in the sugar, cinnamon and vanilla making sure the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add the butter.
  • Slice the French Bread loaf into 3/4 inch slices and place into a 13x9 inch pan.
  • Pour egg mixture over the bread and place pan in refrigerator for at least an hour but can be overnight.
  • Heat griddle to medium and use cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. Cook bread slices until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Tips:

  • Use stale bread: Stale bread will absorb more of the egg mixture, resulting in a richer, more flavorful French toast.
  • Slice the bread thickly: This will help the French toast hold its shape when cooking.
  • Use a mixture of milk and cream: This will make the French toast extra creamy and decadent.
  • Add flavorings to the egg mixture: Such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg.
  • Cook the French toast over medium heat: This will help it cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the French toast with your favorite toppings: Such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a French toast recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you like your French toast simple or decadent, sweet or savory, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy breakfast, give French toast a try. You won't be disappointed!

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