Cinnamon French Toast Recipe

Try this Cinnamon French Toast for a special weekend breakfast.

CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST (serves 4)

1 large egg
2 egg whites
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. nutmeg
8 1-inch thick diagonally cut slices of French or Italian bread
Cinnamon sugar and maple syrup (optional)

In a shallow bowl, using a wire whisk or fork, beat the egg and egg whites until foamy. Add the milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Beat well; set aside.

Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Lightly spray a large nonstick skillet with vegetable cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Dip 4 of the bread slices into the egg mixture, turning to coat and draining excess back into the dish.

Place bread slices in prepared skillet. Cook until golden brown, turning once, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.

Transfer cooked slices to a plate; keep warm in oven. Dip remaining slices in egg mixture; cook as directed. Spray skillet with vegetable cooking spray as needed.

Divide toast onto individual serving plates. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon sugar and top with maple syrup. Serve immediately.

VARIATION

For a puffy version, prepare egg mixture in a large, shallow glass dish. Add bread slices, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Cook and serve as directed.

Any type of bread works well in this recipe. Experiment with slices of cinnamon-raisin bread or whole-wheat bread. Try all-fruit preserves as a topping.

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