Go Back
Challah French Toast

Challah French Toast Recipe

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thick slices challah bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Maple syrup, fresh berries, and powdered sugar for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a shallow dish until smooth.
  2. Soak each challah slice in the custard for 20-30 seconds per side, letting excess drip off.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook two slices for about 3 minutes per side until deep golden. Repeat with remaining butter and slices.
  4. Plate the French toast and drizzle with warm maple syrup. Add berries and a dusting of powdered sugar if you like, and serve hot.

Notes

Day-old challah absorbs the custard best without turning soggy, so if your loaf is fresh, dry the slices in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes first. Watch the skillet heat so the butter doesn’t burn, and serve the toast right away for the crispest edges.