Classic French Toast
A home-style recipe for Classic French Toast. Makes 6 slices, ready in about 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp sugar
- A pinch of cinnamon (darchini) powder (optional)
- 6 slices bread
- 2 tbsp butter or oil, for frying
Missing something?
- No bread? Use roti or paratha as a wrap.
- No eggs? Use paneer or firm tofu in curries and rice dishes.
- No milk? Use milk powder mixed with water, or diluted tinned milk.
- No sugar? Use jaggery (gur) or honey, added gradually.
Method
- Whisk the eggs, milk, sugar and cinnamon in a wide dish.
- Heat a little butter in a frying pan on medium heat.
- Dip a slice of bread in the egg mix for a few seconds on each side; don't let it go soggy.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden. Repeat with the rest, adding butter as needed.
Tip: Serve with honey, a sprinkle of sugar or sliced banana. Day-old bread holds its shape best.