How to make the best classic French Toast. Slices of bread dunked in a rich egg custard with vanilla and cinnamon, drenched in maple syrup, and topped with fresh berries. This recipe will show you how to make the ultimate weekend brunch treat and all the topping ideas you need!

When you’re looking for a lazy weekend treat without the effort French Toast is always a winner. It’s easy, it’s quick and it’s utterly delicious and decadent. What I love most about it is that it’s so easy to customize and there is an endless amount of toppings so it never gets boring. This easy French toast recipe uses a rich egg custard that’s soaked up into the bread, flavored with vanilla and cinnamon then pan-fried in plenty of butter so it’s soft and fluffy on the inside but perfectly golden and crisp on the outside.

This recipe below will show you how to make the perfect brunchtime French toast from scratch including tips on the best bread to use, how to get that perfect golden outside, and loads of delicious topping ideas! Don’t forget to check out my French Toast Casserole if you’re feeding a crowd made with cream cheese and strawberries, yum.