To make simple French toast, whisk together eggs, milk, a pinch of salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a shallow dish. Dip slices of bread into this egg mixture, coating both sides, and cook them in a buttered skillet over medium heat until both sides are golden brown. Serve warm with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
Simple French Toast Ingredients
- 2 to 4 large eggs (depending on quantity)
- 1/2 to 2/3 cup milk
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 to 8 slices of bread (stale or day-old bread works best)
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup or powdered sugar for serving
Simple French Toast Steps
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a shallow bowl until well combined.
- Soak each slice of bread in the egg mixture, making sure both sides are coated.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the soaked bread slices in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
This straightforward method creates a delicious, classic breakfast French toast that's quick to prepare with common kitchen ingredients.