French Toast
The BEST French Toast! Fluffy and tender on the inside, gloriously browned on the outside. Learn how to make amazing French toast, from what bread to use, the perfect batter, and how to cook.
Best Bread for French Toast
French toast comes out best if you work with thick slices of French or Italian loaf bread that are several days old. That way they've had a chance to firm up, which will make the slices hold up better when you dip them in the egg milk mixture and fry them.
French Toast Additions
Optional
Make the egg mixture:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cinnamon. Stir in the orange zest and/or triple sec if using. Whisk the mixture until well blended and pour into a shallow bowl,
Soak bread slices in egg mixture:
Place each slice of bread into the milk egg mixture, allowing the bread to soak in some of it.
Fry the French toast:
Melt some butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Shake off the excess egg mixture from the bread and place the bread slices onto the hot skillet.