Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEstia RestaurantFrench Toast Recipe

French Toast Recipe

Inspired by Estia Restaurant
Time45m
Serves4

Tsoureki, napoleon custard, mixed berries

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Ingredients

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Bread

Custard

Mixed Berries

Method

French Toast Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Egg Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.

  2. 2

    Heat the Pan

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.

  3. 3

    Dip and Cook

    Dip each slice of Tsoureki bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated, then place it in the skillet.

  4. 4

    Cook the French Toast

    Cook each slice for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Repeat the process with the remaining slices, adding more butter as necessary.

Napoleon Custard Preparation

  1. 5

    Heat Dairy

    In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until it begins to simmer, then remove from heat.

  2. 6

    Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. 7

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

  4. 8

    Thicken Custard

    Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

  5. 9

    Cool Custard

    Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool before serving.

Berry Preparation

  1. 10

    Prepare Mixed Berries

    Rinse the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries under cold water and drain well.

  2. 11

    Slice Strawberries

    Slice the strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on their size.

Assembly

  1. 12

    Assemble French Toast

    On a plate, stack slices of French toast and drizzle with Napoleon custard.

  2. 13

    Add Berries

    Top with a generous serving of mixed berries.

  3. 14

    Serve

    Serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious French toast topped with custard and berries!

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