Denny’s French Toast delivers soft, custardy slices with golden edges and classic diner flavor that feels familiar from the first bite.
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Copycat Denny’s French Toast
Denny’s French Toast is thick sliced bread dipped in a lightly sweet egg batter and grilled until golden and tender.
This copycat focuses on the batter balance and cooking method that give Denny’s French Toast its soft center and lightly crisp exterior.
Quick Recipe Overview
- Best For: Breakfast, brunch
- Flavor Profile: Lightly sweet, buttery
- Skill Level: Easy stovetop cooking
- What Makes It Like the Restaurant: Custardy interior with golden griddled finish
Denny’s
Denny’s built its reputation as an all-day diner serving classic American comfort food around the clock. Breakfast has always been central to the brand, with simple, familiar dishes designed for consistency across locations. French toast became a staple alongside pancakes and eggs, offering a sweeter option that still fit the diner tradition. Denny’s approach emphasizes reliability and comfort, making its French toast a recognizable favorite nationwide.
The French Toast Everyone Knows
American diner style French Toast is defined by simplicity and texture. Thick bread absorbs a lightly sweet egg mixture, then cooks on a flat griddle until the outside sets while the inside stays soft. The goal is comfort rather than complexity. Served with butter and syrup, this style has become a standard breakfast option across diners like Denny’s.
Denny's French Toast Recipe
Make our Denny's French Toast Recipe at home for your family. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your French Toast will taste just like Denny’s.
Ingredients
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 4 - 6 slices of thick Bread Sourdough is especially good, though maybe not authentic ; )
- Butter
- Powdered Sugar
- More Butter
- Whipped Cream
- Real Maple Syrup Spurge, if you have to. The Real Stuff is totally worth it.
Instructions
- Beat the eggs until they are frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, vanilla, salt and cinnamon.
- Place about a tablespoon of butter on a large skillet or griddle and heat to medium high on your stovetop.
- When the butter has melted (do not let it burn) start dipping your bread.
- Place a slice of bread into the batter and let soak for about 30 seconds, Turn it over and do the same for the other side.
- Carefully pick up the bread and let the excess batter drip off into the bowl.
- Place the battered bread onto the hot skillet or griddle.
- Cook for about 1 1/2 - 2 minutes or until the side is golden brown. Flip the bread and do the same for the other side.
- Remove from the pan to a plate.
- Repeat directions #5 - 9 for each remaining slice of bread. Add more butter between each slice, or even each side, if necessary.
- Dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve with more butter, whipped cream and real maple syrup.
Related Copycat Recipes
- IHOP Stuffed French Toast – Thick slices stuffed with sweet filling and griddled until golden and indulgent
- Corner Bakery Café Baked French Toast – Soft, custardy baked French toast with lightly crisp edges and cozy brunch vibes
- Village Tavern Brioche French Toast – Thick-cut brioche soaked in custard and grilled until golden and indulgent
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Questions People Ask
What bread does Denny’s use for French toast
It is typically made with thick sliced white bread.
Is Denny’s French toast sweet
It is lightly sweet and meant to be topped with syrup.
Can I prepare the batter ahead of time
Yes. It can be mixed ahead and refrigerated briefly.
What is the best way to serve French toast
It is usually served hot with butter and syrup.
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