Golden & Tender French Toast
Golden & Tender French Toast
Homemade Cafe French Toast: Perfect for Brunch or a Sweet Treat
Experience the magic of incredibly soft and moist French toast that melts in your mouth! This recipe is designed to be easy for beginners and results in a beautifully golden, perfectly cooked dish that everyone will love.
Main Ingredients- 6 slices of thick bread (about 1.5-2cm thickness recommended)
- 3 fresh eggs
- Honey or maple syrup, to taste
Batter Ingredients- 2 pinches of salt (enhances flavor!)
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar or caster sugar (for a smooth sweetness)
- 150ml fresh milk (for richness and moisture)
- 2 pinches of salt (enhances flavor!)
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar or caster sugar (for a smooth sweetness)
- 150ml fresh milk (for richness and moisture)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by gathering your ingredients: thick slices of bread, fresh eggs, milk, salt, and sugar. Using thicker bread slices will help achieve a wonderfully moist interior.
Step 2
In a wide bowl or shallow dish, crack the 3 fresh eggs. Add the 2 pinches of salt and 1 Tbsp of granulated sugar. Whisk gently with a fork or whisk until the yolks and whites are well combined and smooth, avoiding excessive froth.
Step 3
Pour the 150ml of fresh milk into the egg mixture and stir gently until just combined. Now, carefully dip each slice of bread into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let each side soak for about 10-20 seconds, allowing the bread to absorb the mixture without becoming too soggy or falling apart.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add about 2/3 Tbsp of cooking oil. Once the oil is shimmering, gently place the soaked bread slices into the pan. Cook until golden brown on one side, then carefully flip and cook the other side until equally golden and cooked through.
Step 5
After cooking each slice, it’s a good practice to lightly wipe the pan with a paper towel to remove any excess oil or burnt bits before adding another 2/3 Tbsp of oil for the next batch. This ensures each piece cooks evenly and cleanly. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a steady medium heat.
Step 6
(For Cheesy French Toast Variation) If you’d like to make a cheesy version, prepare a separate, thinner batter by whisking 1 egg with 50ml milk. Soak your bread slices in this new mixture and cook them. Once one side is golden, top with your favorite cheese, then place another cooked slice on top. Cook briefly until the cheese is melted and gooey for a delicious cheesy treat.
Step 7
Serve the warm French toast immediately. Drizzle generously with honey or maple syrup according to your preference. For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy your delightful homemade French toast!
