Classic french toast OtherVery Easy22 min Send this recipe to a friend Print this page Ask a question to the author Post your photo of this recipe Ingredients 6 6 large eggs 1 -1/2 cups heavy cream, half-and-half, or whole-milk 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of ground nutmeg Pinch of salt 6 slices (1-inch-thick) bread, preferably day old 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 tablespoons vegetable oil Pure maple syrup, for serving (optional) View the directions