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I've Never Had Such Fluffy Toast! Super Simple and Delicious French Toast Recipe

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French Toast

Cultural Context

French toast, known as 'pain perdu' in France, translates to 'lost bread,' referring to the use of stale bread. This dish has roots in ancient times, with variations found in many cultures. It is often enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch item, celebrated for its simplicity and versatility.

FrenchFRbreakfast
15 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 slice of bread
1 egg
30ml milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ tbsp all purpose flour
a pinch of salt
10g unsalted butter
maple syrup

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread is more nutritious; stale bread reduces waste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water is a budget-friendly option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener; brown sugar is often cheaper.

1

Add 1 egg, 30ml milk, ½ tsp vanilla extract, ½ tbsp all purpose flour, and a pinch of salt into a bowl.

2

Mix well to combine the ingredients.

3

Pour the batter onto the slice of bread, ensuring it is soaked in the mixture.

4

Soak the bread until it completely absorbs the egg mixture.

5

Heat 10g of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium low heat.

6

Place the soaked bread in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes.

7

Add another 10g of unsalted butter to the skillet.

8

Flip the bread over and cook for another 3 minutes until done.

9

Serve with maple syrup.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingfrying

Equipment Needed

bowlskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Pain PerduEggy Bread
Local Name: Pain Perdu

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