Name: Diner-Style French Toast
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 20 mintues
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups whole milk; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided; 8 (3/4–inch-thick) slices challah or other rich, dense bread; Powdered sugar and maple syrup (for serving)

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Diner cooks know three things about French toast: 1. Thick-cut challah is crucial. 2. Cinnamon and vanilla shouldn't be skimped on. 3. Syrup is welcome—but if you do it right, a dusting of powdered sugar is all you really need.

Cooks' Note

If you don't have a griddle or 2 skillets, use 1 skillet to cook the French toast.

Recipe information

Total Time
20 mintues
Yield
Serves 4

Ingredients

3 large eggs

1 1/4 cups whole milk

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

4 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided

8 (3/4–inch-thick) slices challah or other rich, dense bread

Powdered sugar and maple syrup (for serving)

Preparation

Step 1
Whisk eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
Step 2
Heat a large griddle or 2 cast-iron or nonstick skillets over medium. Brush with a thin coating of oil, then a thin coating of butter.
Step 3
Working in batches, dip each slice of bread into egg mixture. Cook, flipping halfway through, until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining bread, brushing griddle with remaining oil and butter as needed. Dust French toast with powdered sugar just before serving. Serve with maple syrup alongside.

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