Best French Toast Recipes to Make at Home!

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French toast is one of the most simple and well-loved breakfasts in the world, which many of us love cooking at least once a week. But are we cooking them right? We use this recipe that has been passed down to us from generations, and no doubt they are fantastic. However, you’ll be surprised to know what a few simple tweaks can do to elevate your toast’s recipe. To take your recipe to a whole new level and make them yummier, follow these easy tips and recipes: 

What is French Toast? 

Many countries have their signature recipe for these toasts and this term crossed the world with the early American settlers. Its origin dates all the back to the Roman Empires, where they used to soak sturdy bread slices in a mixture of milk and egg, then fry it in butter until crispy- sounds just like we make today! 

The basic French Toast recipe to make at home: 

This basic French toast recipe is one of the quickest and yummiest breakfasts you can make in just 10 minutes or less. This recipe includes all the basic ingredients which everyone has in their kitchens already. You can use vegan milk for this recipe if you are vegan. For best results, don’t miss any steps: 

French Toast Ingredients:  (US Cup= 240 ml) 

• 1 egg (you can use 2 tablespoons of custard powder or corn starch as well)
• 4 to 6 thick slices of bread
• 1 and a half tablespoons sugar 
• 1 and a half teaspoon ground cinnamon 
• 2 tablespoons butter 
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 to 3 tablespoons of maple syrup (to serve at the end) 

How to make a basic toast: 

• Take a bowl that is wide enough to dip large slices of bread and pour the egg and milk into it. 
• Pour milk and the egg into the wide bowl.
• Add the required sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Beat the mixture until they are uniform and no lumps are present. 
• Place a pan on the stove and add butter to make toasts (half teaspoon butter for each slice). 
• Dip your slices in the batter and place them on the hot pan. 
• Toast the slices until they are golden brown. Make sure the sides of the bread slices are crispy and the egg is fully cooked. 
• After it’s cooked, transfer it to the serving dish and sprinkle some maple syrup on top. Serve them while they are hot. 

How to make the best French toast while camping? 

French toast makes a fantastic breakfast when you’re out in the woods camping, and what could go wrong? Even though these toasts are relatively easier to make, there are a couple of things that can go wrong. Too eggy, mushy, or gooey? 

This can be very quick and easy to make while you’re out camping. To make your French taste the best, just follow these few basic steps, and you’ll be on your way to heaven: 

1. The best bread: If you want to achieve perfection, try using whole-load bread and slicing it by yourself. Using already cut slices can result in a rubbery toast. You can easily find whole loaf bread at any supermarket in town. 
2. Egg to Milk Ratio: We’ve noticed that people use generally use a random quantity of eggs, sometimes 1 or sometimes 4. If you do that too, chances are you’re always going to get inconsistent results. Add 3 eggs to 1 cup of milk as this is considered the ideal ratio by chefs. Anything less or more will make your mixture too thin or thick. 
3. Dipping the slices: In case you are using fresh bread, dipping the bread slices 10-seconds per side is enough. We want our slices to be moist but not fully saturated. However, if you have stale bread on your hands or toasted slices, then try dipping it for 20 to 30 seconds.
4. Sugar: This toast lovers enjoy adding their favorite flavorings to their mixtures such as cinnamon, vanilla extract, nutmeg, Nutella, etc. But one thing that can make or break your toast is the amount of sugar you add to the mixture. Always add the required quantity of sugar, nothing more nothing less. You can also sprinkle a little sugar on the dipped bread slices before placing them in the pan to give your toasts the perfect golden-brown finish. 
5. Cooking method: Adding more butter to your pan will result in the heat getting distributed equally across the pan. Try using non-stick frying pans for better results. We added around 4 tablespoons of butter and waited until it formed froth (I know it may seem a little too much but trust me on this one). 
6. Presentation: If you are out camping with your friends and it’s your turn to make breakfast, you may want to impress them with your presentation skills. Serve your toasts with maple syrup, fresh fruit, Nutella, and a cup of hot coffee to make the best impression. 

Nutritional Value: 

Calories	225kcal
Carbohydrates	32 g
Protein	9 g
Fat	5 mg
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	10 g
Cholesterol	99 mg
Potassium	172 mg

Tips and Tricks to make your Toast stand out: 

Cutting the right size of slices: 

Using thin or soft slices of bread for making toast can make them soggy and they will eventually lose that luxurious bite. So, we will always recommend people to go thick, no thinner than half an inch of the bread slices. You know, the thing with using thicker slices of bread is because their bite comes with more personality. So, ditch the fresh pre-sliced white bread and cut your whole-loaf bread for making toasts. 

The perfect Egg-to-Milk ratio: 

Milk and eggs are the most important components when it comes to making the toasts mixture. It gives the slices the rich flavor and tenderness we all love, but if you get their ratio wrong, you’ll just end up with the weirdly savor “scrambled eggs” flavor. The basic rule for nailing the egg-to-milk ratio in toasts is to use about a quarter cup of milk and 1 egg per 2 slices of bread. Tip: use whole-fat dairy for the best flavor. 

Seasoning: 

If you want your toast to taste the absolute best, try adding some sweet seasoning to your toast batter to get it a distinctive flavor. Add a pinch of cinnamon and vanilla essence to your batter, and a little sugar if you want them to taste sweeter. I love using brown sugar for my toasts as it gives a tasty caramel flavor whilst cooking. To give it a grown-up touch, you can even use a dash of liqueur, spiced rum, or the Grand Marnier. 

Always use a non-stick pan: 

Want to use a regular frying pan to make toasts? Sure, go ahead, but let me tell you that spending 15 minutes scrubbing off that excess egg glued to your pan won’t be fun. Non-stick pans do a great job when it comes to cooking food that has eggs in them, especially if you are making greater batches for many people. They require minimal cleaning time and won’t get greasy. 

Explore fancier topping: 

Presentation is key if you are cooking breakfast for your significant other or even family members. Consider dropping some cubes of strawberries, a spoonful of your favorite custard or jam, use cherries, or honey, and sprinkle some powdered sugar on top. These toppings will replace your ordinary maple syrup in the best way possible and your toasts will look, and taste even better. But you can always eat them without the extra toppings if you are in a rush. 

Never skip the butter: 

Using butter while toasting the pan will give them some extra deep tenderness and comforting quality that we all crave dearly in the morning. Scared about smoking up the entire kitchen? Try mixing butter and oil in the pan to prevent burning. 

ADDITIONAL TIP: Just simply dip the bread slices in the mixture for a couple of seconds. If you keep it in the batter for too long, the bread will absorb more liquid. This will make the French toast longer to cook.

Best French Toast Recipes: 

• French Toast Casserole
• Brioche Toast 
• Vegan French Toast 
• Stuffed French Toast 
• Easy Cinnamon French Toast 
• Baked Toast 

French Toast Casserole:

Golden brown, caramelized toasts on the outside, yet soft, creamy, and a mouthful of perfect cinnamon syrup on the inside,  toast casserole are the perfect comfort food. 

French Toast Casseroles Recipe: 

• Make the syrup using butter and brown sugar. You can either use the stove or microwave, whatever suits you. 
• Pour it into a baking dish. 
• Now, prepare the egg wash using milk and eggs. If you have half and half (half heavy cream and half whole milk), you can use that too. 
• Place your bread over the syrup you poured in the baking dish. I don’t like to cube the bread slices, but you can if you want to. Simply arrange the bread slices so they fit perfectly in the dish. 
• Pour the egg wash over the bread slices and top it with some brown sugar or cinnamon. 
• Just lightly press the bread into the egg wash to make sure that every slice is evenly dipped in the custard whitewash the golden brown them, decore it with cling paper, and refrigerate overnight French toast casserole. (If you don’t have time then simply refrigerate for 30 minutes before baking). 
• Take the dish out 20 minutes before baking your toasts. Bake them for 45 minutes and you’ll be licking your fingers afterward. 

Brioche French Toast:

Want to make this dreaming custardy Brioche French toast at home? Here’s how: 

Brioche French Toast Recipe: 

• Beat 3 large eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ¼ cup whole milk in a bowl. 
• Take a large dish and layer the brioche bread in it evenly. Gently pour the toast batter over the layered brioche slices. Allow the slices to soak the mixture for 2 minutes and then turn the sides with a spatula. Allow the flipped side to soak for 2 minutes again.
• Add 1 knob of butter to a large skillet and allow it to heat for a minute. Gently transfer your soaked Brioche slices to the skillet and cook until golden-brown on both sides. 
• Top with some butter, your favorite berries, jam, or seasonings. Serve hot. 

Vegan French Toast:

Follow this recipe to make Vegan French Toasts at home: 

Vegan French Toast Recipe: 

• Add 1 Tbsp. of chia seeds, ½ Tbsp. of maple syrup, 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk (or any non-dairy milk), ½ tsp. the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract to a bowl and mix well. 
• Dip 4 to 5 slices of any sturdy bread in the mixture and wait for 10 seconds. 
• Place vegan butter or coconut oil in a large pan and preheat it. 
• Gently add the bread slices to the pan and cook it until golden brown. 
• Top the vegan toasts with your desired toppings, such as vegan honey, coconut whipped cream, fresh cherries, and strawberries. Serve your vegan toasts hot. 

Stuffed French Toast:

Here’s what you’ll have to do to make some delicious stuffed French toast: 

Stuffed French Toast Recipe: 

Step 1: Macerate the sliced strawberries: Stir the sliced strawberries until they are soft and juicy. 

Step 2: Prepare the cream cheese filling: Add cream cheese, lemon juice, sour cream, vanilla essence, and powdered sugar to a bowl. Beat the mixture with a hand blender until it forms a smooth paste. 

Step 3: Make the egg mixture: Add 4 eggs, half and half, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow dish and, whisk until they are all combined. 

Step 4: Assemble: Spread a thick layer of the cream cheese filling on a slice of bread. Add the strawberries on top of the mixture and put the other slice on top. Repeat to make around 5 to 6 stuffed French toast. Now, dip these sandwiches in the egg mixture to evenly coat. 

Step 5: Cook: Add butter in a non-stick frying pan and place the stuffed French toast on it. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until crispy. Serve them warm. 

Easy Cinnamon French Toast:

Easy Cinnamon French Toast Recipe: 

• In a large shallow bowl, add 3 eggs, 1/3 cup milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, and vanilla. Whisk them together. 
• Dip the slices in the batter and place them gently on a non-stick pan. 
• Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. 
• Sprinkle some powdered sugar, cinnamon, and maple syrup before serving. 

Baked French Toast:

Baked French Toast Recipe: 

• Take a baking pan and grease it with butter. Place the bread on the pan and distribute evenly. 
• Add eggs, cream, milk, brown sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla in a bowl and whisk them together. 
• Pour the mixture on the slices evenly and let it sit for 30 minutes. (Preferably overnight if you have time). 
• Preheat the oven to about 350 F and bake your toasts for 45 minutes. Make it 1 hour if you want them to be a little crispy and firm. 
• Scoop them out and serve them with some delicious pancake syrup, blueberries, and butter. 

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