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recette de pain perdu traditionnelle

The perfect french toast for breakfast


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  • Author: Amour de cuisine
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 serving 1x

Description

Transform leftover bread into a delightful treat with this authentic French Toast recipe known as pain perdu. Ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack, and it’s simple to prepare.


Ingredients

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  • 1 stale baguette (replace by brioche, or Challah, French baguette works best as it absorbs the custard well. Avoid fresh, soft bread as it may turn too mushy).
  • 2 eggs
  • 40 g caster sugar
  • 250 ml whole milk

For Cooking:

  • Unsalted butter
  • Icing sugar


Instructions

 

Prepare the Base:

  1. In a large bowl, break the eggs.
  2. Add sugar (adjust to your taste).
  3. Pour in the milk.
  4. Whisk until smooth.

Prepare the Bread:

  1. Use stale french baguette or slices of loaf bread.
  2. Slice the french baguette into pieces about 1.5 cm thick. Shapes can be round, oval, or rectangular based on your preference.

Dip the Slices:

 
  1. Submerge each bread slice in the egg and milk mixture.
  2. Let it soak for a few seconds on both sides, ensuring the bread absorbs the mixture without breaking.

Cook:

  1. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Melt a generous knob of butter until it turns slightly nutty (avoid burning).
  3. Cook the soaked bread slices for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Serve and Decorate:

  1. Serve hot or warm.
  2. Sprinkle with icing sugar for a light sweetness.
  3.  
    Pair with fresh fruit (strawberries, bananas, or blueberries) or drizzle with maple syrup for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: breakfats
  • Cuisine: French cuisine

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320 kcal