Description
Lighten up a classic with my easy recipe for French toast. With a total time of 15 minutes, you’ll have a sweet breakfast treat ready with minimal cleanup. This recipe makes 4 pieces and can easily be doubled.
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of sea salt
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk, or 2% regular milk)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (plus a bit more for drizzling)
- 4 slices bread (I like the “Dave’s Killer Bread White Bread Done Right” for this recipe)
- 4 teaspoons butter (OR ghee, vegan butter, or coconut oil), plus more if needed
- Fresh strawberries or any fruit, for serving
Instructions
- In a wide, shallow dish or bowl, whisk the egg, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt together until well combined to make the custard.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. (I prefer a cast-iron skillet, but you can use any non-stick pan you have on hand). Add the ghee, butter, or oil to the pan and swirl to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Dip bread in the egg mixture and let each slice soak for about 15 seconds on each side. Make sure each slice is saturated, then pick it up and let the excess drip off.
- Transfer each slice to the pan. Cook 2 at a time if your pan is big enough.
- Cook each side of the bread for about 4-5 minutes until nicely golden brown, then flip and cook an additional 3-5 minutes until the custard is set and both sides are golden brown.
- Serve immediately, topped with sliced fresh strawberries and a generous drizzle of real maple syrup.
Notes
- I like to use Dave’s Killer Bread White Bread Done Right bread in this easy recipe for French toast. If using larger or thicker pieces of bread, double the custard ingredients.
- Gluten-free bread would work here, too. You’ll just want to soak your slices a bit longer, especially if you’re working with thick slices of bread.
- While you technically can save French toast in the refrigerator for a day or two, it’s really best made fresh.
Nutrition
- Calories: 283