Cracker Barrel French Toast
Creamy eggs, sweet vanilla, and buttery sourdough turn this Cracker Barrel French Toast into the coziest morning treat. Golden-brown edges, a custardy center, and a faint vanilla hug in every bite make it breakfast comfort at its best.
4
servings
Ingredients
Custard
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk whole or 2%, or sub oat/almond milk
- 1 tbsp (12 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract real extract preferred
Bread & Cooking
- 8 slices sourdough bread about 3/4-inch thick
- 2 tbsp (30 g) butter for pan frying, plus more for serving
Optional Toppings
- powdered sugar for dusting
- maple syrup
- fresh fruit such as berries or banana slices
- whipped cream
Equipment
- Shallow Bowl
- Whisk
- Large Skillet or Griddle
- Spatula
- Baking Sheet (optional)
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a shallow bowl or dish. Add milk, vanilla, and sugar. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Dip the slices of sourdough bread, one at a time, into the egg mixture. Let each side soak for 10–15 seconds so it's well-coated but not soggy.
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of butter and let it melt, swirling to coat the pan.
- Place soaked bread slices onto the pan (don’t crowd); cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the edges look set.
- Flip with a spatula and cook another 2–3 minutes on the other side, adjusting heat if needed so they don’t brown too quickly.
- If making a bigger batch, transfer finished slices to a baking sheet in a low (200°F/95°C) oven to keep warm while you finish the rest.
- Serve hot, topped with powdered sugar, maple syrup, fruit, or whipped cream as desired. Enjoy!
Notes
French toast is best hot from the pan, but leftovers can be refrigerated for 2–3 days or frozen up to 1 month (place parchment between slices). Reheat in a skillet or toaster oven for best results. For a flavor twist, try swapping in brioche or challah, adding ground cinnamon to the custard, or using coconut sugar for deeper sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 470mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2.5mg