French Toast

Name: French Toast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 2 brioche buns ((preferably stale)); 2 eggs; 100 ml of milk; 1 tbsp of honey; 1 tsp of vanilla extract; 1 pinch of salt; butter (for cooking); mixed berries ((strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries))

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French toast is stale bread soaked in a milk and egg mixture, then pan-fried. 🍞 It is a delicious no-waste recipe with honey.

Total time: 20 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.70

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 8

servings

Estimated cost €0.70

Equipment

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Dinner plate

Instructions

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In a bowl, beat the eggs, milk, honey, vanilla extract (if using) and a pinch of salt until smooth.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

350kcal

Protein10 g11%
Carbs45 g51%
Fat15 g38%
Fiber3 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more indulgent touch, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the egg and milk mixture before soaking the brioche bread! 🌟✨

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Once cooked and cooled. Up to 1 month in individual freezer bags. Reheat straight from frozen.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Not ideal. Keeps up to 1 day in an airtight container in the fridge. Risk of softening.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Prepare the French toast mixture (eggs, milk, honey, vanilla). Keep refrigerated. Soak the brioche just before cooking.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Ideal in the oven 8-10 min at 160°C or air fryer 5-7 min at 150°C to bring back the crispness. Microwave not recommended (makes the texture soft).

Variations

Add cinnamon to the egg and milk mixture.
Replace the berries with pan-fried bananas or apples.
Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple syrup.

Mistakes to avoid

Not soaking the bread enough: dip each slice on both sides in the mixture.
Cooking over too high heat: keep medium heat with a pat of butter, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Using very fresh bread: choose stale brioche, which absorbs the mixture better.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make soft French toast?

Beat the eggs with the milk, honey, vanilla and salt, then dip each slice of brioche on both sides to soak it well. Then cook in a skillet in a pat of butter over medium heat.

Which bread should you choose for French toast?

Choose stale brioche, which absorbs the egg and milk mixture well without falling apart. It is also a no-waste recipe for using bread that is no longer fresh.

How long should you cook French toast?

Brown the soaked slices in a pat of hot butter, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Serve them right away.

How do you top French toast?

Arrange the slices on a plate, drizzle with a little extra honey and generously top with mixed berries, such as strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.