Recipe
Instant Pot French Toast Recipe
Published: April 1, 2024
This Instant Pot French Toast recipe is my go-to for a quick, delicious breakfast. Just dunk your bread, pop it in the pot, and voila - perfect French toast every time!
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Imagine waking up to the sweet aroma of cinnamon and vanilla wafting through your home. That's what you get when you make this instant pot French toast recipe! It's simple, yet indulgent - a perfect treat for those lazy weekend mornings. Just picture yourself biting into a piece of perfectly-cooked toast, soft in the middle and slightly crispy on the edges... Now, let's get going and transform that loaf of bread into something truly divine!
Ingredients for Instant Pot French Toast
- French bread: Essential base for the dish, absorbs the egg mixture well, providing a hearty and satisfying texture to the French toast.
- Eggs: Bind the ingredients together, adding richness and protein to the dish, creating a fluffy and custardy texture.
- Milk: Adds creaminess and moisture to the French toast, enhancing the overall texture and flavor of the dish.
- Sugar: Balances the flavors, adding a touch of sweetness to the French toast, creating a delicious caramelized crust when cooked.
- Vanilla extract: Infuses a warm and aromatic flavor into the dish, elevating the overall taste of the French toast.
- Cinnamon: Provides a warm and comforting spice to the French toast, adding depth of flavor and a cozy aroma to the dish.
- Butter: Greases the instant pot, preventing sticking and adding a rich and buttery flavor to the French toast.
French toast is a versatile dish that can be customized with various toppings such as fresh fruits, nuts, or even a drizzle of honey for added flavor and texture.
Tools and Equipment Needed
- Instant Pot: Essential for pressure cooking the French toast to perfection in a fraction of the time.
- Whisk: Needed to thoroughly combine the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon for the French toast mixture.
Common Questions About This Instant Pot French Toast Recipe
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of French bread, sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Butter for greasing
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
- Grease the Instant Pot with butter and place the bread slices in a single layer at the bottom.
- Close the lid, set to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
- Once done, do a quick pressure release and carefully remove the French toast.
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Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 14 g | Total Fat: 9 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 190 mg | Sodium: 450 mg | Dietary Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 12 g | Calcium: 150 mg | Potassium: 200 mg | Iron: 3 mg | Vitamin A: 100 µg | Vitamin C: 2 mg
Can You Make French Toast Ahead of Time or Freeze It?
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the french toast as instructed and allow it to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the french toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- When ready to serve, reheat the french toast in a toaster or oven until warmed through.
Freezing Instructions
- After cooking the french toast, let it cool down completely.
- Place the individual slices on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
- Transfer the frozen french toast slices to a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Label with the date and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- To reheat, simply toast the frozen french toast slices in a toaster or bake in the oven until heated through.
