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Buttermilk French Toast Recipe

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This Buttermilk French Toast recipe features thick slices of hearty French bread soaked in a rich buttermilk and egg mixture, then cooked to a golden brown perfection on a griddle. It’s a classic breakfast favorite that’s tender on the inside and crisp on the outside, perfect served with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Ingredients

Custard Mixture

  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 5 eggs
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Bread

  • 10 (3/4-inch) slices hearty French bread or brioche

For Cooking

  • Butter for griddle

Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well blended and smooth. It may curdle at first, but keep whisking until the mixture is uniform.
  2. Heat the griddle: Warm a non-stick or cast iron griddle over medium-low heat; if using an electric griddle, set it to medium-high heat.
  3. Soak the bread slices: Dip one slice of bread at a time into the buttermilk mixture, soaking each side for about 20 seconds until just saturated. Bread thickness and density may cause variations in soaking time.
  4. Cook the French toast: Butter the spot on the griddle where you’ll place the soaked bread. Transfer the soaked slice to the griddle and cook until the bottom is golden brown, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Flip the slice (butter the griddle again if desired) and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes more. Adjust heat if browning happens too fast.
  5. Keep warm and serve: Place cooked slices in a 200°F oven to keep warm as you finish cooking the rest. Serve with butter, maple syrup, or syrups like blueberry, buttermilk, or strawberry, and garnish with whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use thick slices of sturdy bread like French bread or brioche to prevent sogginess.
  • The custard mixture may look curdled at first but will become smooth with continued whisking.
  • Cooking temperature may need adjustment to ensure golden but not burnt toast.
  • Bread soak time can be varied depending on bread type and personal preference.
  • Keep finished French toast warm in a low-temperature oven until ready to serve.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the custard mix.

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