Martha'S Perfect French Toast Recipe

Name: Martha'S Perfect French Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 orange, juice of; 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons liquor (I use almond or orange flavored, Martha's recipe states cognac); 1 tablespoon sugar (splenda works equally well); 1 lemon, zest of; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1 pinch salt; 6 slices bread, 1-2 days old (1 inch pieces, challah or brioche are best); canola oil, for frying (any neutral oil will do, may add unsalted butter for more flavor); Optional; powdered sugar; maple syrup; mixed berry

Servings: persons

6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 orange, juice of
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons liquor (I use almond or orange flavored, Martha's recipe states cognac)
1 tablespoon sugar (splenda works equally well)
1 lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
6 slices bread, 1-2 days old (1 inch pieces, challah or brioche are best)
canola oil, for frying (any neutral oil will do, may add unsalted butter for more flavor)
Optional
powdered sugar
maple syrup
mixed berry

1
Whisk together eggs, milk, juice, vanilla, liquor, sugar, zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
2
Place bread in a shallow baking dish large enough to hold bread slices in a single layer.
3
Pour egg mixture over bread; soak 10 minutes.
4
Turn slices over (Carefully) and soak 5-10minutes more, until soaked through.
5
Preheat oven to 200 deg F. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet, and set aside.
6
Heat canola oil (with some butter if so wish) in a skillet over medium heat.
7
Fry half the bread slices until golden brown, around 3 minutes per side.
8
Transfer to wire rack; place in oven while cooking remaining bread.
9
Wipe skillet and repeat with fresh oil/butter and bread.
10
Keep in oven until ready to serve.
11
Serve with dusted powdered sugar and maple syrup (I like fresh berries on top, too).

327

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups milk, 1 orange, juice of, 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Martha'S Perfect French Toast falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Martha'S Perfect French Toast

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Variations & substitutions

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