Crispy Golden French Toast
Golden French Toast is the perfect way to start your day. This crispy, golden-brown breakfast is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting it just right every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Dump & Bake Teriyaki Tofu Rice Casserole and Easy Crockpot Garlic Herb Chicken & Veggies for Cozy Nights.
Why This Crispy Golden French Toast Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy exterior with a soft, custardy interior
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Crispy Golden French Toast
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 loaf bread, day-old or stale
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Optional: Maple syrup
- Optional: Fresh berries
- Optional: Powdered sugar
- Optional: Whipped cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Bread: Day-old or stale bread works best. You can also use challah or brioche.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- Mixing bowl — Makes it easy to combine ingredients and soak the bread. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Golden French Toast
- Prepare the egg mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground ginger in a shallow dish.
- Soak the bread: Dip bread slices into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are well coated. Let them soak for about 20-30 seconds on each side.
- Cook the french toast: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the soaked bread slices and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked french toast to a plate, top with your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Golden French Toast
- : For extra crispy french toast, you can dip the bread slices into the egg mixture twice.
- Common mistake and fix: If your french toast is soggy, it's likely because the bread wasn't stale enough or you didn't let it soak long enough. Use day-old or stale bread and let it soak for at least 20-30 seconds on each side.
- : To keep french toast warm while you're cooking the rest, place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven.
- : For a fun twist, try adding some chopped fruit or chocolate chips to the egg mixture before soaking the bread.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Golden French Toast
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover french toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the egg mixture and soak the bread up to 1 hour ahead of time. Keep in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Crispy Golden French Toast
Freeze cooked french toast for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful as it can become soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For an extra special treat, try serving this with some homemade whipped cream or a berry compote.
- Best substitution: If you don't have day-old or stale bread, you can use fresh bread and toast it lightly before soaking it in the egg mixture.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your french toast is burning, it's likely because your heat is too high. Try turning it down to medium-low and cooking the french toast a little longer on each side.
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Crispy Golden French Toast
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 loaf bread, day-old or stale
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Seasonings
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground ginger in a shallow dish.
- Soak the bread: Dip bread slices into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are well coated. Let them soak for about 20-30 seconds on each side.
- Cook the french toast: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the soaked bread slices and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked french toast to a plate, top with your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For an extra special treat, try serving this with some homemade whipped cream or a berry compote.
- Best substitution: If you don't have day-old or stale bread, you can use fresh bread and toast it lightly before soaking it in the egg mixture.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your french toast is burning, it's likely because your heat is too high. Try turning it down to medium-low and cooking the french toast a little longer on each side.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover french toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked french toast for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful as it can become soggy.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the egg mixture and soak the bread up to 1 hour ahead of time. Keep in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 16g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 250mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Golden French Toast FAQs
If your french toast is soggy, it's likely because the bread wasn't stale enough or you didn't let it soak long enough. Use day-old or stale bread and let it soak for at least 20-30 seconds on each side.
Yes, you can prepare the egg mixture and soak the bread up to 1 hour ahead of time. Keep in the fridge until ready to cook. You can also freeze cooked french toast for up to 2 months.
The best way to reheat french toast is in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes. The microwave can make it soggy.
Yes, you can make french toast in the air fryer. Cook at 375°F for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
The secret to crispy french toast is using day-old or stale bread and letting it soak in the egg mixture for at least 20-30 seconds on each side. You can also dip the bread slices into the egg mixture twice for extra crispiness.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Golden French Toast and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
