What is the secret to the best French toast?

The secret ingredient in this fluffy French toast recipe: all-purpose flour ! Flour binds the liquids together, which creates a more traditional “batter” and helps prevent soggy results. This extra ingredient ensures the French toast is crispy on the outside, but soft and fluffy on the inside.

What to serve with French toast for brunch?

Breakfast sausage – It is easy to throw a bunch of sausage links into the oven or a skillet to serve alongside. Good quality bacon – I'm not a huge bacon fan, but most people love it on a brunch menu. Smoked Salmon – If you're wanting to give your brunch menu a little fancy touch, set out slices of smoked salmon.

What bread makes the best French toast?

Brioche is everything a perfect French toast bread should be: thick and sturdy with a tender, plush crumb. Its high butter and egg content makes it an ideal companion for the rich custard made with eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla.

How to make French toast like Gordon Ramsay?

How to make Gordon Ramsay's French Toast at home Refrigerated. • 4 Eggs. Baking & Spices. • 3 tbsp Caster sugar. • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, Powder. • 1/4 tsp Salt. • 1 tbsp Vanilla extract. Bread & Baked Goods. • 8 slices Bread. Dairy. • 2 tbsp Butter. • 1 1/2 cups Milk.

How to spice up your French toast?

Many people add subtle flavors to their French toast by sprinkling cinnamon or nutmeg into the egg and milk mixture, or by adding a teaspoon or so of vanilla extract —though sticking with just the essentials will still produce delicious results.

Should French toast have more eggs or milk?

Whatever you decide on, the ratio of liquid to egg will still be about ¼ cup liquid to one egg, and one egg per two slices of bread . So, if you want to make four slices of French toast, you would need four slices of bread, two eggs, and ½ cup milk. How's that for an easy recipe?

Is it better to use milk or heavy cream for French toast?

French toast requires a rich dairy liquid for the custard-like egg mixture. Our Classic French Toast recipe uses whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream. We do not recommend making French toast with fat-free or reduced fat milk.

Why is restaurant French toast so much better?

Restaurant French toast is generally a superior product because of time . Letting it soak in the custard for up to five minutes allows more delicious dairy to be absorbed. This step is where having stale bread is essential. Using soft fresh bread will take on too much custard and become a mushy mess.

What should the inside of French toast be like?

The ideal French toast is browned and crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. It is not dry and it is not soggy.

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Smothered in syrup, topped with fruit, or stuffed with filling, we love all kinds of French toast recipes. Enjoy one of our classic takes on this breakfast favorite, or opt for a change of pace with our baked French toast, brioche, and French toast casserole recipes.

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Classic Homemade French Toast

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To kick things off, we had to include our classic French toast recipe. You can use any stale bread you've got on hand, but we really love using Texas toast, brioche, or challah to make our homemade French toast. If you like, add a bit of flavor to the dish by incorporating some orange zest, nutmeg, or cinnamon into the egg mixture.

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French Toast with Pears

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Brie and pears layered between slices of French toast add an air of sophistication to any breakfast or brunch. A hint of rosemary cooked into the pears adds a light, lemony flavor to this elegant French toast recipe.

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Blueberry Surprise French Toast Casserole

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Skip the single servings—this French toast recipe is made for a crowd. With just six ingredients, including sweet blueberries and smooth cream cheese, our blueberry French toast casserole couldn't be easier.

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Sausage-Asparagus Stuffed French Toast Breakfast Bake

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Cinnamon and syrup are nice, but not all French toast recipes have to be sweet. With pork sausage, meaty mushrooms, asparagus, and Swiss cheese, this is the best French toast recipe for savory breakfast fans by far. Instead of butter and maple syrup, top this dish with extra chopped herbs.

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Air-Fried Flaxseed French Toast Sticks with Berries

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Enjoy a healthy sweet breakfast by making French toast in your air fryer. The brown sugar-flaxseed breading makes every bite taste sweet while adding omega-3's, iron, and antioxidants to the plate. Use whole-grain bread for extra fiber and nutrients.

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Blueberry and Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast Casserole

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This French toast casserole stuffs baguettes with a rich blueberry-mascarpone filling. It may look time-consuming, but this make-ahead breakfast casserole only takes 20 minutes of prep time. All you need is maple syrup and a cup of coffee to complete your meal.

Caramel-Banana-Pecan Bread Casserole

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If you've ever felt like a short-order cook while making French toast a few slices at a time, you'll love this French toast casserole. Wake up your guests (or family) with the sweet aroma of a delicious cinnamon-packed dish, complete with crunchy pecans and a melty banana-caramel glaze—it serves 12, making breakfast a breeze.

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Banana-Stuffed French Toast

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Try our breakfast version of your favorite peanut butter-and-banana sandwich. This stuffed French toast recipe is packed with fresh banana slices and cream cheese and topped with chopped peanuts for that crunch and nutty flavor you love.

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Nut Butter-Banana Stuffed French Toast Breakfast Bake

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This brioche French toast recipe is one the family will request regularly. Mascarpone cheese gets a delightfully nutty flavor with the addition of your favorite nut butter. Finish the breakfast casserole with sweet slices of banana.

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Migas-Stuffed Mexican Toast

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Add some spice to your brunch menu by serving this savory French toast bake. Thick slices of bread are stuffed with a blend of eggs, sausage, and salsa. Cover the French toast bake in a mixture of Mexican cream, eggs, and hot sauce before coating in crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy with salsa and sliced avocado.

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Apple Baked French Toast

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This is an easy French toast recipe when you want to serve a crowd but don't feel like standing over the stove for a long time. Assemble the French toast casserole up to 24 hours in advance and pop it in the oven to bake when you wake. A drizzle of caramel takes this sweet French toast idea into dessert territory.

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S'more French Toast

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Add creamy marshmallow, gooey milk chocolate, and crushed graham crackers to a classic French toast recipe, turning your favorite campfire treat into a breakfast staple. The best part? This recipe calls for just 15 minutes of prep, making these tasty French toast slices a breakfast go-to when time is limited.

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Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast with Salted Caramel-Banana Sauce

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Serve up thick slices of Texas toast breakfast-style with this French toast recipe that embraces the great taste of salted caramel and banana. Mascarpone cheese and pecans fill these stuffed slices, adding nutty sweetness to the dish.

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Pumpkin French Toast with Maple Mascarpone

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Our Test Kitchen turned a French toast recipe into a fall treat. Canned pumpkin, warm spices, and maple syrup combine to make a delicious French toast that you'll crave even when the leaves aren't changing colors.

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French Toast Cubes

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Rather than slices, cut a loaf of bread into cubes to make homemade French toast. The results are cinnamon sugar bites that are perfect for dunking in syrup. We love serving them with whipped cream and fresh berries.

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Mango-Stuffed Lassi Toast

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Lassi is an Indian drink made by blending yogurt with water, fruit, and spices. This recipe French toast reimagines the popular drink into a delicious stuffing using cream cheese, mango slices, and cardamom. Let it soak in a mix of eggs, milk, and Greek yogurt for up to a day, then bake and add any toppings you want.

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Vegan Stuffed French Toast

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How can a French toast recipe also be vegan? With aquafaba, that's how. If you haven't heard of it, aquafaba is the liquid from canned chickpeas, and it's an excellent vegan egg replacement. Our vegan French toast is stuffed with an irresistible peanut butter and jelly filling.

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Tiramisu Toast

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Dessert, meet breakfast. French or challah bread gets all dressed up with classic tiramisu ingredients—in this case, mascarpone stuffing and a good soak in eggs, coffee, vanilla, and milk. Complete this ultra-decadent French toast casserole recipe with powdered sugar, hot fudge, and fresh raspberries.

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Pressure Cooker Blueberry French Toast Casserole

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You can give your skillet and baking dishes a break for this easy French toast recipe. Crusty bread, blueberries, eggs, and cream quickly "bake" in your pressure cooker, and the result is a gooey, irresistible breakfast. While it cooks, whip up a fluffy lemon mascarpone topping to dollop on top.

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Chocolate-Stuffed Churro French Toast Hearts

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One of the best ways to show love is through a home-cooked meal–especially when it's this adorable heart-shape French toast recipe. Use a cookie cutter to slice sandwich bread into heart shapes, then put chocolate chips on top and cover with another heart. The result is a surprise gooey filling in every bite of this cinnamon sugar-coated breakfast.

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Cocoa Almond French Toast

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It's definitely a good idea to have chocolate for breakfast when it's this easy French toast recipe on the menu. After a quick dip in milk and eggs, dunk each slice of bread in chopped chocolate-covered almonds before cooking to give the toast some extra crunch. Drizzle on maple syrup if you want, or try chocolate syrup and raspberries.

Impress Your Brunch Guests with Our 21 Best French Toast Recipes (2024)

Classic Homemade French Toast

French Toast with Pears

Blueberry Surprise French Toast Casserole

Sausage-Asparagus Stuffed French Toast Breakfast Bake

Air-Fried Flaxseed French Toast Sticks with Berries

Blueberry and Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast Casserole

Caramel-Banana-Pecan Bread Casserole

Banana-Stuffed French Toast

Nut Butter-Banana Stuffed French Toast Breakfast Bake

Migas-Stuffed Mexican Toast

Apple Baked French Toast

S'more French Toast

Mascarpone-Stuffed French Toast with Salted Caramel-Banana Sauce

Pumpkin French Toast with Maple Mascarpone

French Toast Cubes

Mango-Stuffed Lassi Toast

Vegan Stuffed French Toast

Tiramisu Toast

Pressure Cooker Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Chocolate-Stuffed Churro French Toast Hearts

Cocoa Almond French Toast

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