Spot On Denny's French Toast Recipe

I love Denny's French toast and it's my go-to order at the iconic diner chain. This recipe is inspired by Denny's French toast, delivering that classic crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside texture I can't get enough of. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll be able to recreate this breakfast favorite in your own kitchen!

The Best Diner-Style French Toast

Denny's has always been my favorite breakfast fast-food chain. I made a copycat recipe for Denny's pancakes a while back, and since I love the French toast even more than the pancakes, I had to make another copycat recipe!

Honestly, I think it might be the best French toast recipe ever created! The combination of thick brioche and a rich, custardy batter gives the French toast the perfect texture. Then a few secret ingredients add an addictive flavor. 

I love making this recipe on weekend mornings since it takes just a few minutes and is easy to make enough for the whole family. Pro tip: make more than you think you'll need because everyone will be grabbing a third or fourth slice!

Ingredients

I adapted this recipe to be made with all pantry and kitchen staple ingredients. So if you have the brioche bread, you'll probably already have everything else!

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious Denny’s-inspired French toast:

• 3 medium eggs
• ⅓ cup milk
• 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1/16 teaspoon cinnamon
• 6 thick slices brioche bread
• 2 tablespoon butter
• Powdered sugar
• Maple syrup
• Butter

Expert Tips To Make Perfect French Toast

• Use thick bread: Brioche or another thick-cut bread works best for this French toast recipe because it soaks up the batter without getting too soggy. Let the bread sit in the batter for a few seconds on each side to absorb enough custard for a fluffy texture, but make sure not to leave the bread in the batter for too long.
• Keep the pan on medium-low heat: Keeping your skillet or griddle at a lower temperature helps cook the French toast evenly without burning the outside. If the heat is too high, the bread will burn and the inside will be soggy.
• Add the flour: It may seem weird using flour in the batter, but this is the secret ingredient that helps give the French toast a little extra structure and prevents it from falling apart. Don’t skip this step—it makes a huge difference!

How to Make Denny’s French Toast

Step 1: Make the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon until smooth. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.

Step 2: Dip and Cook

Once the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon of butter to it and let it melt.

Then dip each slice of brioche into the batter, and let it soak for about 30 seconds on each side. Let the excess batter drip off, then place the dipped bread in the skillet.

Immediately transfer the soaked bread to the hot skillet and cook it for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is a nice golden brown color.

Step 3: Serve

As soon as you cook all the bread, transfer the French toast to a plate and top with powdered sugar, butter, and maple syrup. Serve immediately while it's warm and enjoy!

FAQs About This Brioche French Toast Recipe

Can I use other types of bread?

Absolutely! Denny's uses brioche, but you can use challah, Texas toast, or any other thick-cut bread you have on hand. If it's slightly stale, even better!

How do I keep French toast warm while making multiple batches?

To keep French toast warm, place the cooked slices on a wire rack on top of a baking sheet in an oven set to 200°F while you finish cooking the rest of the bread.

How to Store Leftover French Toast

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also freeze French toast by wrapping individual slices in plastic wrap and storing them in a freezer bag for a few months.

To reheat, simply pop the French toast in a toaster or heat it in a skillet over low heat until warmed through. Reheat the frozen French toast in a toaster or in the oven.

More Copycat Breakfast Recipes

If you want to try out more copycat restaurant breakfast recipes, check these out:

• IHOP pancakes
• Waffle House waffles
• McDonald's Egg McMuffin
• Cracker Barrel Pancakes
• IHOP hash browns