Now that’s a breakfast 🥓🍞😌 Cozy, classic, can’t-miss. Here’s a perfect French toast with crispy bacon combo—simple but done right.
Classic French Toast
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread (Texas toast, brioche, or challah)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or half-and-half for richer)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter, for the pan
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
- Dip bread in the egg mixture (don’t soak too long).
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Keep warm while you cook the rest.
Crispy Bacon
Skillet method
- Place bacon in a cold pan.
- Turn heat to medium.
- Cook slowly, flipping occasionally, until crisp.
- Drain on paper towels.
Oven method (easy & mess-free)
- Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 15–20 minutes on a foil-lined sheet.
Serve it up
- Butter + maple syrup on the French toast
- Bacon on the side (or tucked right on top—no judgment)
- Optional upgrades: powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of honey
Want stuffed French toast, Southern-style, or a make-ahead brunch version? 😋
