Dish

Milk Toast

To make milk toast, start by toasting a slice of bread until it is golden brown. Then, heat up milk in a pan until it is hot but not boiling. Pour the hot milk over the toast and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Serve hot.

Cuisine of the Americas› American cuisine

Breakfast

Origins and history

Milk toast has been a popular dish for centuries and is often associated with the Great Depression, when it was a cheap and filling meal.

Dietary considerations

Milk toast can be made vegan by using plant-based milk and omitting the sugar. It is also gluten-free if made with gluten-free bread.

Variations

Milk toast can be spiced up with the addition of nutmeg or vanilla extract. It can also be topped with fresh fruit or jam for added flavor.

Presentation and garnishing

Milk toast can be garnished with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and presentation.

Tips & Tricks

To make the perfect milk toast, use high-quality bread and toast it until it is golden brown. Heat up the milk until it is hot but not boiling, and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon for added flavor.