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Golden brown French toast slices topped with butter and syrup, served with a side of fresh berries. Perfect for quick breakfast ideas recipes.

Breakfast Ideas Recipes in 20 Minutes: Weeknight Winner

This recipe offers a quick and easy breakfast solution for busy mornings. Enjoy delicious French toast made with simple ingredients in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 218
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 4 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 12 slices day-old sandwich bread
Optional Toppings
  • Butter
  • maple syrup
  • fresh berries
  • confectioners' sugar

Equipment

  • griddle
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. Preheat a greased griddle over medium heat.
  3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for 30 seconds on each side.
  4. Cook the bread on the griddle until golden brown on both sides.
  5. Serve with your desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 376mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9g

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you need a quick yet satisfying breakfast. The use of day-old bread helps it hold its shape and absorb the egg mixture better.

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