Ham & Cheese French Toast: Perfect for Kids!
Delicious Ham & Cheese French Toast Recipe You Can Easily Make at Home
With just a loaf of bread, you can whip up a fantastic snack for your kids! Our Ham & Cheese French Toast features bread slices soaked until wonderfully moist in an egg mixture, then pan-fried to a golden brown. Filled generously with savory ham and creamy cheese, it’s a guaranteed hit with children and adults alike. It’s simple yet satisfying, making it a great option for a quick meal or brunch.
Main Ingredients- 6 slices of bread
- 3 slices of ham
- 6 slices of cheese
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (approx. 60ml)
- Pinch of salt
- Jam (strawberry or your favorite) to taste
- Butter to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the filling for our sandwich-style French toast. Since the kids love cheese, we decided to use two slices instead of one! Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese according to your preference.
Step 2
Spread a thin layer of your chosen jam (strawberry jam is great here) on one side of a bread slice. Other jams or even condensed milk can be delicious too. Spreading the jam evenly will enhance the flavor after cooking.
Step 3
On the jam-spread slice, layer one slice of cheese, one slice of ham, and then another slice of cheese to create the filling. While you can pre-cook the ham, using slices directly makes the process much simpler.
Step 4
Using cheddar cheese will give a deeper flavor, or you can mix in mozzarella for that delightful cheese pull! Experiment with different cheeses that your family enjoys.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the essential egg mixture for the French toast. In a bowl, crack the 3 eggs, add 1/4 cup of milk and a pinch of salt. Whisk them together gently. Submerge the prepared bread sandwiches into the egg mixture, allowing them to soak thoroughly on both sides until moist. Letting the bread soak for about 30 seconds to 1 minute ensures it absorbs enough of the custardy mixture.
Step 6
Melt a suitable amount of butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Place the egg-soaked bread sandwiches in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Be mindful of the heat to prevent burning. Covering the pan with a lid can help ensure the cheese melts completely and the inside cooks through, especially for thicker bread slices.
Step 7
Once perfectly golden and the cheese is melted, slice the Ham & Cheese French Toast and serve it with your favorite jam. This delightful combination of sweet, savory, and cheesy flavors creates a nutritious and incredibly satisfying treat that everyone will love!
