Milk Toast is an easier alternative to French toast. I saw a few videos of it going viral recently, so I decided to try making it myself. It wasn't as rich as I thought it would be, so I'm using half and half instead of milk.

This is such an easy breakfast idea and I'm still a little shocked that it actually works. The idea is very simple. You just put some buttered bread in a pan and pour milk on top of it. The bread soaks up the milk and the outside gets nice and crispy. An easier version of French toast!

The first time I made it, it was not rich enough for me, so today, I'm using half and half instead of milk. But feel free to use milk if you prefer. I remember reading that Alton Brown used half and half in his French toast recipe so it's not as far-fetched as you think.

What bread to use?

I have a strong preference for Asian-style milk bread, but you can use whatever bread you have laying around. Milk bread is made with milk, butter, and eggs so it's fluffier and richer than regular bread.

three pieces of milk bread stacked on top of each other.

Unlike regular French toast, I do not like using stale bread for this. The main reason is because we are not fully soaking the bread so you will end up with dry parts.

How to make milk toast?

After you apply the butter and sugar, place the bread in the center of a hot pan. Pour the half and half over the bread and let it overflow over the crust. Be careful not to add too much or else the bread will be soggy. I used only about three tablespoons.

Make sure to move the bread around to soak up the liquid then let it cook for about 2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time. The sugar should caramelize and form a crispy coating on the outside.

milk toast cooked until golden brown on one side.

Some of the milk tends to dry into a thin layer on the pan. It is actually quite flavorful, but I used a paper towel to wipe it off so my pictures will be nicer.

Milk Toast

I know it's called milk toast but I prefer using half and half because it tastes better. I love the combination of textures, from the custardy inside to the crispy sugar on the outside. This is so much easier than French toast!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 2 people

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons sugar
2 slices white bread
6 tablespoons half and half (or milk or heavy cream)

For serving

maple syrup
whipped cream

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the butter and sugar.
Spread the butter mixture onto both sides of each bread slice.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Place one bread slice in the center of the pan. Pour three tablespoons of milk over the bread and let it overflow on the edges of the crust. Move the bread around to soak up the milk.
Cook for bread for 2 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side for another 2 minutes. Repeat with the other slice of bread.
I like to serve this with a drizzle of maple syrup and whipped cream.

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