Grandma’s Easy French Toast

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Grandma's Easy French Toast recipe perfect for a lazy Sunday morning

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

278

Sugar

Fat

11g

French toast is a classic breakfast dish that has been enjoyed for centuries across different cultures around the world. It is an easy and delicious way to use up stale bread by dipping it in a mixture of eggs and milk and cooking it on a pan until golden brown. The addition of vanilla and a dash of salt in this recipe adds a subtle flavor boost to the classic dish, making it slightly more indulgent and satisfying. It can be served with various toppings such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or syrup, depending on individual preferences.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla, and salt.
2.	Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
3.	Dip bread slices into the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly.
4.	Place the coated bread slices into the preheated pan and cook until golden brown on each side.
5.	Serve hot with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, butter, or powdered sugar.

PROS

Grandma’s Easy French Toast is a simple, quick, and delicious breakfast that is perfect for a lazy weekend morning with the family.

It can be easily customized to individual preferences with different toppings, spices, or bread types.

CONS

French toast is generally high in calories, sugar, and carbohydrates when topped with traditional toppings such as syrup or sugar.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

French toast can be a good source of protein and complex carbohydrates, especially when made with whole grain bread and served with fresh fruit toppings.
The use of vanilla extract in this recipe provides a boost of antioxidants which have been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	3 cups milk
	1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
	1/4 teaspoon salt ( a dash )
	2 eggs
	bread