You can’t talk soak time without talking the dip mix. A watery, milk-only bath soaks faster than a thick, eggy one.
Thin custard = less time. Thick, creamy custard = a little more time. Adjust by about 5 to 10 seconds.
A dash of vanilla or cinnamon changes nothing. But a splash of heavy cream? That’s a rich, slow soak. It demands respect.
The French Toast “Laws”
Listen to these kitchen legends. Never soak more than one piece at a time. Crowding the bowl messes up your timing.
And always, always let the excess drip off for two seconds. Drip, drip, drop. If you skip this, you get a gooey mess. It’s the law.
One more thing? If your bread feels sloshy in the pan, you soaked too long. You are now making a custard omelet. It’s a crime.
