Here’s a foolproof recipe:
🍳 Creamy Custard French Toast
Ingredients
(Serves 4–6 slices)
For the custard
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4 large eggs
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1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
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¼ cup (50 g) sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
For the French toast
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6 slices thick bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast work best)
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Butter or oil for frying
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Optional toppings: powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream
Instructions
1. Make the custard
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In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
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For an extra creamy texture, you can strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any clumps.
2. Soak the bread
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Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture.
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Let it soak for 30–60 seconds per side, or longer if the bread is thick — it should absorb the custard but not fall apart.
3. Cook the French toast
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Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add butter or oil.
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Cook soaked bread slices 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
4. Serve
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Plate warm slices and top with powdered sugar, syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
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Optional: sprinkle extra cinnamon for flair.
💡 Tips for the Best Custardy French Toast
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Bread choice matters: Day-old or slightly stale bread absorbs custard better without falling apart.
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Use half-and-half or cream for a richer, more custard-like interior.
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Low and slow cooking: Medium heat ensures the outside browns without the custard inside staying raw.
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Make ahead: Soak the bread in custard, cover, and refrigerate overnight — perfect for a morning brunch.
If you want, I can give a “baked custard French toast casserole” version, which is basically all the custard French toast goodness in one pan — great for feeding a crowd.
Do you want me to do that?
