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French toast, or some form of it, has existed for centuries and was indeed enjoyed by the wealthy and royalty in various forms, though not always under the name we use today.

Origins and Royal Appeal:

Ancient Roots: The earliest known version of French toast dates back to the Roman Empire. A recipe from Apicius (a Roman cookbook) describes soaking bread in milk and sometimes egg before frying it. This dish was likely eaten by affluent Romans, including the elite.

Medieval Europe: In medieval times, what we now call French toast was known in England as "pain perdu" (French for "lost bread"). It was a clever way to use stale bread, but because eggs, milk, and butter were relatively expensive, the dish was more common among the wealthy, including nobility.

Royal Cuisine: Cookbooks from the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods that catered to aristocratic households often included sweetened or spiced versions of fried bread. These versions might include ingredients like honey, cinnamon, or sugar—luxuries at the time—indicating that it was a dish suitable for royalty.


So, was French toast popular among royalty?

Yes, in its earlier forms, it was enjoyed by royalty or the upper classes due to the richness of the ingredients and the culinary sophistication involved. It wasn’t necessarily a staple, but it was certainly known and appreciated in elite circles.

Would you like to see a historical version of a royal French toast recipe?