Sylvia's French Toast Recipe

Whip up a batch of Sylvia's Famous French Toast and watch your kids' faces light up! This easy recipe uses day-old bread (perfect for minimizing food waste!) for deliciously custardy French toast, golden-brown on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve with sliced apples and a dusting of icing sugar for a simple yet unforgettable breakfast or brunch treat. Guaranteed to be a family favorite!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 152.7 kcal

Protein 17g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sylvia's French Toast

4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
White sugar not found in recipe
1 loaf raisin bread
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
pinch salt
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons butter
powdered sugar for dusting
sliced apples for serving
syrup for serving

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How to Make Sylvia's French Toast

In a shallow dish, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Dip slices of day-old raisin bread (or plain bread) into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated. Let soak for about 15-30 seconds per side.
Heat 2 tablespoons of margarine in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Cook the French toast slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately, sprinkled with powdered sugar and accompanied by sliced apples and/or your favorite syrup.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sylvia's French Toast?

Sylvia's French Toast takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sylvia's French Toast?

Sylvia's French Toast has approximately 152.7 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sylvia's French Toast?

The key ingredients for Sylvia's French Toast are Eggs, Vanilla, Milk, White Sugar, Raisin Bread, 1/4 cup heavy cream. See the full list with measurements above.