During week one, a beloved dessert makes its return to many households across North America: French toast. It remains one of the simplest sweets to prepare, requiring only affordable ingredients you likely already have on hand.
The classic lineup usually includes milk, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon. Yet classics evolve, and today there are countless variations that keep the dish fresh and exciting: custards, cocoa aromas, zesty lemon, and more.
To help you create a truly memorable bite, here is a straightforward method for making an indulgent chocolate version of torrijas for Easter or any celebration.
How to make homemade french toast and what is the best bread to use?
Ingredients for making french toast
- 1 loaf of bread aged a day or two
- 3 eggs
- 1 liter milk
- 1 square of dark chocolate for dessert
- Oil for frying, plus sugar and cinnamon for dusting
Chocolate toast recipe
- Warm the milk with a couple of tablespoons of sugar until it just starts to steam. Pour it onto a plate and let it rest so the flavors mingle.
- Choose bread wisely. A day or two old bread yields a better texture; fresh bread tends to become too soft. Slice the loaf into pieces about two to three centimeters thick.
- Dip each slice into the warm milk, allowing it to soak slowly for at least an hour without disintegrating. Lift and drain any excess milk into a separate bowl.
- Dip the soaked slices in beaten eggs and fry them in a generous amount of oil until they turn a deep golden brown on both sides. A mild, crisp exterior is key. For a sweeter touch, finish with a hint of sugar and melted butter, and consider a light caramelization for extra depth.
Once fried, melt the chocolate gently in a splash of hot milk, stirring patiently to prevent sticking or burning. Sprinkle the torrijas with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon on a plate and dust each piece evenly.
Finally, dip the warm slices into the glossy chocolate, allow them to set briefly, and enjoy a decadent as well as comforting dessert perfect for any table.