Step 1

If you have the time slice your bread into 1/2 inch to 1 inch thick slices the NIGHT before you plan to make French Toast. Arrange fresh bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet overnight to allow the bread to dry out. Alternatively, you can also dry the sliced bread out quickly by placing the sliced bread on a baking sheet and place into a 200-degree F oven for 10-20 minutes, flipping the bread half-way.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

Step 3

Whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and a dash of salt together until well combined.

Step 4

Dip the bread into the egg custard on each side, about 5-10 seconds per side.

Step 5

Remove bread from custard and shake off excess.

Step 6

Heat a skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Add 1-2 teaspoons of butter to the skillet and let melt to coat the bottom of the skillet evenly.

Step 8

Place French Toast in a skillet and pan-fry until browned, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook for 2-3 minutes on the opposite side.

Step 9

Remove from skillet and place browned French Toast on baking sheet.

Step 10

Repeat the process, adding butter in between each batch of french toast.

Step 11

Place prepared French Toast in oven for 10 minutes to finish cooking.

Step 12

French toast is delicious with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or powdered sugar.