French Toast

Custardy center, golden exterior

Prep: Cook: Serves: 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick brioche or challah
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Maple syrup and powdered sugar

Instructions

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  1. Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt.
  2. Heat griddle over medium. Add butter.
  3. Dip bread in custard, 20-30 seconds per side.
  4. Cook until golden, per side.
  5. Add more butter between batches.
  6. Keep warm in 200°F oven.
  7. Serve with maple syrup and powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Thick bread works best.
  • Day-old bread absorbs better.
  • Don't over-soak.

Serious Eats (Kenji López-Alt tested)