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Overhead view of vegan French toast with coconut whipped cream, blackberries, blueberries and maple syrup on a speckled plate

Best Vegan French Toast

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  • Author: Elizabeth Rider
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 slices
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This easy vegan French toast uses a quick almond milk and flax batter instead of eggs. It’s crispy and golden on the outside, soft and cinnamony inside, and made with just 7 plant-based ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or plant milk of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax meal
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 teaspoons of pure maple syrup plus more for topping (optional)
  • 6-8 thick slices of rustic, stale bread like ciabatta
  • Vegan oil or butter
  • Toppings such as fruit, coconut whipped cream, nuts, and/or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. In a large shallow bowl or dish, mix together the almond milk, flax meal, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup (if using). Set aside and let sit for at least 5 minutes.
  2. While the almond milk mixture is resting, slice your bread into thick slices.
  3. Next, heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.
  4. Give the batter a good stir to make sure all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Then quickly dip each side of your bread into the mixture and tap off any extra. Don’t soak the bread. If you’re making this in batches, wait until you’re ready to cook the bread before dipping it.
  5. Melt 2-3 tablespoons of the vegan butter or oil in the pan, and then add your prepared bread slices. Cook until the outside of the bread is golden brown, about 3-5 minutes on each side. Work in batches if needed.
  6. When you’re done cooking, just add your toppings, serve and enjoy!

Notes

Bread: Use thick slices of rustic, stale bread like ciabatta, and check the label to make sure it’s vegan. For gluten-free French toast, use a thick-sliced gluten-free bread.

Pan: A non-stick pan or griddle works best. Cook over medium to medium-high heat so the outside doesn’t brown before the inside cooks.

Storage: This vegan French toast is best served immediately. But if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge. When you want to eat them, just pop the slices into a toaster oven and cook until warmed through.