Step 1

In a mixing bowl take custard powder, sugar and vanilla extract.

Step 2

Note you can add corn starch in the absence of custard powder. In this case add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Step 3

Add milk and stir thoroughly until all the sugar is dissolved and you get a mixture without any lumps.

Step 4

Now heat a well seasoned frying pan or skillet. Add ½ teaspoon of softened butter. You can use salted or unsalted butter. I prefer to use salted butter as it gives a good taste.

Step 5

With a spoon spread the butter on the pan.

Step 6

Dip the bread slice in the custard-milk mixture. Let the bread absorb this mixture. Make sure to use bread that is a few days old.But remember not to make the bread soggy. Also do stir this mixture every time before you dip the bread as the custard powder settles at the bottom of the bowl.

Step 7

Remove the bread slice from the bowl and place it on the pan or skillet. Toast on a low to medium heat.

Step 8

When the base gets golden, flip the bread and toast the other side.

Step 9

Flip again when the bottom is toasted golden and crisp. You can even flip once or twice to get a even frying and golden color.

Step 10

You can also fry two or three slices at a time. In this case add 1 to 1.5 teaspoons butter respectively.

Step 11

Remove the slices in a plate or tray and serve french toast hot. Work in batches this way and use up the remaining bread slices.

Step 12

You can serve these eggless french toasts plain or topped with some maple syrup or honey or fruits or berries