New Delhi: French toast is one of those timeless breakfast dishes that looks fancy, tastes comforting, and comes together in minutes, even if you only have one egg at home. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, rushing before work, or simply craving something warm and sweet, a single-egg French toast recipe is all you need to turn everyday bread into a satisfying treat.
If you are someone who is always running out of time, but wants to cook something satisfying, nourshing and delicious at the same time, here is the perfect recipe to cook French toast at home and enjoy a delightful treat with very few ingredients, in under 10 minutes.
How to make French toast
Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 1 egg
- 3–4 tablespoons milk
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional but recommended)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1–2 slices of bread (thick slices work best)
- 1 teaspoon butter or oil for toasting
- Pinch of salt
How to make:
- Crack one egg into a bowl and whisk it well.
- Add milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla essence, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix the batter until thick and well-mixed.
- Place the bread slices into the batter and soak for 10 seconds each.
- Warm a non-stick pan on medium heat.
- Add a little butter to melt.
- Place the soaked bread to cook for 3 minutes and flip until golden brown and crispy.
- Top with honey, maple syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, fruits or chocolate drizzle as per choice and serve.
How to perfectly cook French Toast
- Thicker slices of bread dip easily in the batter and do not break easily.
- Always cook on a medium flame for the texture to remain and avoid burning of food.
- Whisk smoothly so that no lumps are formed, and the bread is coated evenly.
- Let the bread rest for a few seconds to absorb evenly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Don’t oversoak the bread: It will become soggy and fall apart in the pan.
- Don’t cook on a high flame: Your toast may turn dark too quickly without cooking through.
- Avoid using too much milk: If the batter becomes watery, the toast will not caramelise well.
- Don’t skip vanilla or cinnamon: They help remove the “eggy” smell and add beautiful flavour.
This is the perfect recipe with hacks to know how to get a perfect French toast each morning. With the right technique, you can get yourself a delicious breakfast or evening snack in less than 10 minutes for a satisfying, cafe-style breakfast that is delicious, nourishing and filling to keep you energised throughout the day.
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