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Deliciously Easy French Pain Perdu Recipe served with maple syrup on a plate.

Pain Perdu (French Toast)

A cozy breakfast that transforms leftover bread into a warm, crisp, custardy treat, perfect for any morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 slices thick slices of bread (brioche or baguette)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk (or half milk, half cream) Use cream for a richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Optional, for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter For cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a shallow bowl until smooth and slightly foamy.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter, letting it melt fully to coat the pan.
Cooking
  1. Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture. Let it soak for about 10 to 15 seconds per side for dry bread, or a quick dip for softer bread.
  2. Lay the soaked bread in the pan and cook until golden brown, about 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  3. Serve immediately while the outside is crisp and the inside is warm and custardy.

Notes

Best served fresh. Can be stored in the fridge for 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat in an oven or toaster oven for crisp edges.