If you have wondered how to make toast with your oven, you are in the right place! Making toast in the oven is super easy and comes out just like the toaster. This post covers two different oven methods for toasting bread - broiling & baking.
When I was in college, there was one summer that I did not have a toaster. So I had to make do with the oven, because I definitely could not go 3 months without my morning toast or english muffin.
And it turns out toast comes out perfectly in the oven! You can also use these methods (broiling/baking) to toast a different type of bread like English muffins or bagels.
If you need to toast for a crowd, forget the toaster and toast the bread in the oven! Hope you enjoy!! xx
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Highlights
- No toaster required - I am going to show you how to make toast just using a conventional oven.
- Great for large batches - You can toast up to 8 pieces of bread at once in the oven.
- Not just for bread - Use these oven toasting methods for bagels and English muffins.
- Versatile - Use oven toasted bread for avocado toast, garlic bread, or just topped with your favorite preserves and butter.
Ingredient Notes
- Bread: My baking sheets can fit up to 8 pieces of bread if I need to make a large batch. Do not overlap the bread. You can use whatever kind of bread you prefer, bagels, or English muffins.
Complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.
Helpful Equipment & Tools
- Nordic Ware Baker's Big Baking Sheet: These large baking sheets are the best. They are heavy duty and great for baking and cooking.
How to Make Toast in the Oven
Overview
- Place the bread on a baking sheet.
- Broil or bake.
- Flip the bread & repeat.
Step by Step
Step 1: Turn the oven on Broil. Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 2: Broil for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Watch the bread the entire time it broils because it will burn very easily.
Step 3: Flip the slices & repeat. The second side typically needs less time since the oven is getting hotter.
TIP - If broiling, watch the bread closely so it does not burn.
TIP - Add time for more well done toast.
Make Ahead & Storage
- There is nothing to make ahead or store for this toast recipe. Toast bread right before serving.
Expert Tips
- Be careful when broiling. If you use the broiling method, stay right by the oven so you do not burn the toast. Many people prefer this method because it is faster. The longer the broiler is on the hotter the oven will get. After the first side toasts, the second side does not need as long.
- Cook to your liking. Adjust the time as needed to achieve the desired amount of browning.
- Put your oven rack in the middle of the oven. Putting the oven rack in the middle gives the best results. If you need to reposition your oven rack in a preheated oven, don't forget to use your oven mitts.
Toppings
- Butter
- Jam
- Nut butters such as peanut butter, almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or whatever you have on hand!
- Nutella
- Avocado
- Cinnamon sugar for a cinnamon toast
- Olive Oil
Recipe Notes
- Bake one sheet at a time. I do not recommend placing 2 baking sheets in the oven together because the toast will not brown evenly.
Variations
- Bagel/English muffin: This same technique can be used to toast a bagel or English muffin. Adjust the time as needed.
FAQs
Try butter, jam, avocado, peanut butter, chocolate hazelnut spread, or a fried egg.
Yes! You can either use the broiler or bake function. Broil bread for 1-2 minutes per side or bake at 425 degrees for 3-4 minutes per side.
You do not need a broiler to toast bread in the oven. Bake at 425 degrees for 3-4 minutes per side.
I find 425 degrees is the perfect temperature to toast bread at.
Bake for 6-8 minutes flipping halfway through, depending on the desired level of doneness.
Yes! Butter can be applied before toasting the bread if desired.
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Watch the How to Video
PERFECT Toast with Oven
Equipment:
Ingredients:
- 1-8 pieces sliced bread*
Optional
- butter & jam, for serving
Instructions:
Broiler Method
- Turn the oven on Broil. Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Watch the bread the entire time it broils because it will burn very easily.
- Flip the slices & repeat. The second side typically needs less time since the oven is getting hotter.
Baking Method
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and place a rack in the highest position. Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Flip the slices & repeat.
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