Step 1

In a medium-size bowl, beat together the eggs and the milk.

Step 2

Add flour, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt into the egg mixture. Beat to combine.

Step 3

Strain the custard mixture using a wire mesh strainer into another bowl.

Step 4

Heat a skillet or a griddle to about 350 degrees.

Step 5

Brush the skillet/griddle with butter.

Step 6

Place the bread into the custard mixture, then flip over the bread, and then place the bread onto the hot cooking surface.

Step 7

Cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. The bread should be golden in color when cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the French toast from the skillet.

Step 9

Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Step 10

Cut the French toast diagonally if desired.

Step 11

Serve with butter and maple syrup.