Creamy Custard French Toast

This French toast recipe brings together rich brioche or Texas toast with a creamy vanilla-cinnamon custard, pan-seared to perfection and topped with fresh berries and maple syrup. Simple ingredients, beautiful results.IngredientsIngredient Amount NotesThick slices of bread (brioche or Texas toast) 6 slices Preferably 1-inch thickLarge eggs 3Whole milk or half-and-half 1 cup Adds richnessHeavy cream ¼ cup For extra creaminessGranulated sugar ¼ cup Sweetens the custardVanilla extract 1 teaspoon Adds warmthGround cinnamon ½ teaspoon Optional but recommendedUnsalted butter (for cooking) 2 tablespoons For golden, crisp edgesMaple syrup To taste For servingFresh strawberries & blueberries As desired For garnishInstructionsMake the CustardIn a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined.Dip the BreadSubmerge each slice of bread into the custard mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Let excess drip off.Cook the ToastHeat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add soaked bread slices and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crisp.Serve WarmStack the French toast on plates, drizzle generously with maple syrup, and top with fresh strawberries and blueberries.