# What You Need:
→ Custard Base
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Bread
08 - 8 slices day-old brioche, challah, or thick white bread
→ Cooking & Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 - Maple syrup for serving
11 - Powdered sugar for dusting
12 - Fresh berries or fruit
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl until fully combined and smooth.
02 - Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard mixture, soaking for just a few seconds per side. The bread should absorb the liquid without becoming saturated or falling apart.
04 - Transfer soaked bread slices to the hot skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the second side achieves the same color and the custard is set. Add more butter as needed between batches.
05 - Plate the cooked French toast while still warm. Drizzle generously with maple syrup, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and top with fresh berries or seasonal fruit.
