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French toast with syrup, strawberries, and blueberries.

Fantastic French Toast

USDA My Plate
Start your day with this classic breakfast recipe and serve it with fresh or canned fruit.

Ingredients 

  • 2 Eggs
  • ½ cup Milk Low-fat
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 6 slices Whole Wheat Bread
  • Syrup Optional
  • Fruit Optional; strawberries, blueberries
  • Peanut Butter Optional

Equipment

  • Stovetop Or griddle
  • Mixing Bowl Small
  • Frying Pan

Instructions

  • Preheat the griddle over medium heat, or set an electric frying pan at 375 degrees.
  • Put eggs, milk, and vanilla in a pie pan or shallow bowl and beat with a fork until well mixed.
  • Grease the griddle or pan with a thin layer of oil or use nonstick spray.
  • Dip both sides of bread, one slice at a time, in the egg mixture and cook on the hot griddle or frying pan.
  • Cook on one side until golden brown. Turn the bread over to cook the other side. It will take about 4 minutes on each side.
  • Optional: serve with syrup, applesauce, fruit slices, or jam.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Fantastic French Toast
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
105
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
57
mg
19
%
Sodium
 
155
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
121
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
113
IU
2
%
Calcium
 
79
mg
8
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Milk, Strawberries, Blueberries, Eggs, Whole Wheat Bread, Vanilla Extract, Pure Maple Syrup