Perfect French Toast Recipe

Name: 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 medium orange, juice of; 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons cognac (optional); 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 lemon, zest of; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 pinch of freshly ground nutmeg; 1 pinch salt; 6 slices bread, 1-inch-thick, such as brioche, preferably day-old; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; pure maple syrup (optional)

Servings: persons

6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 medium orange, juice of
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cognac (optional)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
6 slices bread, 1-inch-thick, such as brioche, preferably day-old
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
pure maple syrup (optional)

1
Whisk together eggs, milk, juice, vanilla, cognac, sugar, zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
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. Turn slices over; soak 10 minutes more or until soaked through.
4
Preheat oven to 200u00b0.
5
Place a wire rack on a baking sheet, and set aside.
6
Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry half the bread slices until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
7
Transfer to wire rack; place in oven while cooking remaining bread.
8
Wipe skillet, and repeat with remaining butter, oil, and bread.
9
Keep in oven until ready to serve.
10
Serve warm with maple syrup, if desired.

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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.

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

Yes, 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!

Perfect French Toast

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