Crispy Baked French Toast

01Method

1. 1

   In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Spread the panko crumbs in a separate shallow dish. Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, coating both sides well, then press both sides into the panko. Set the coated slices aside on a wire rack.

2. 2

   Add the butter and oil to a large jellyroll pan and place it in an oven preheated to 400°F for 1–2 minutes, just until the butter melts. Remove the pan carefully from the oven.

3. 3

   Lay the bread slices in a single layer in the hot pan, flipping each one once so both sides pick up the butter mixture.

4. 4

   Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the slices and continue baking for another 10 minutes until deeply golden brown.

5. 5

   Plate and serve topped with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.