How to Make French Toast (for One or Two)
I'm going to show you how to make delicious French Toast for One or Two. Perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or brunch at home, this quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a warm, indulgent treat that feels like a hug on a plate.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 257kcal
Equipment
- Nonstick pan or ⤵️
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg or a few scritches of a whole nutmeg on a zester
- ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg and pour into a shallow dish, such as a pie plate.
- Warm a nonstick pan, or cast iron pan, up to medium heat, then add 1 tablespoon of butter in the pan and allow to melt.
- Dip bread in egg mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly.
- Place the piece of bread in the pan and cook 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip over and cook 2-3 minutes on the other side.
- Place on a wire rack set on a sheet pan (to prevent sogginess) and keep warm in a 200° oven. Repeat with the rest of the bread.
- Serve with warm maple syrup. I also like to top mine with a spoonful of granola for texture.
Video
Notes
Keep mess to a minimum: Use one large bowl for making the custard, and dipping the bread, and a nonstick skillet to cook everything. Clean as you go to save yourself some work.
Bread: Use any bread you like. I prefer brioche bread, but challah, or even everyday white bread will work. The thicker the slices, the better, dried overnight, if possible. It will soak up the custard nicely.
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 344mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 710IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 3mg
