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    Sourdough French Toast In Just 10 Minutes

    Published: Jun 18, 2023 · By: Brendan Cunningham

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    This sourdough french toast is quick and easy to make and out of this world delicious to eat. It is crispy yet soft, and has a subtle sweetness that ties it all together. And, honestly, this sourdough French toast is so good it's become a breakfast and brunch staple in our house!

    Four slices of French toast stacked on top of one another on a white plate. Fresh fruit is on the top slice of French toast and maple syrup is being poured over the stack.

    Table of Contents

    • THE BEST SOURDOUGH FRENCH TOAST 
      • Why This Recipe Works
      • Ingredients For Sourdough French Toast
      • How To Make Sourdough French Toast
      • Tips To Make The Best Recipe
      • Sourdough French Toast Variations
      • How To Store Sourdough French Toast
      • FAQS About This Sourdough French Toast Recipe
        • Can I use sourdough bread for French toast?
        • What breads are best for French toast?
        • Why is stale bread better for French toast?
    • More Breakfast Recipes
    • Sourdough French Toast | The Best Sourdough French Toast Recipe
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Notes
      • Nutrition
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    THE BEST SOURDOUGH FRENCH TOAST 

    In case you missed the intro, this french toast recipe has become my go-to breakfast recipe on the weekend. 

    It literally takes 10 minutes to make, uses all staple pantry ingredients, and just turns out perfect every time. 

    And since we will be using super common ingredients, you can whip up this recipe anytime you're craving the best sourdough french toast that will give any diner a run for their money. 

    It goes fantastic with this million dollar bacon and sweet potato hash browns.

    Whether you eat it for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, you're going to fall in love with this sourdough french toast. 

    Four slices of French toast on a white plate. Fresh fruit is on the top slice and there's a bowl of fruit behind the white plate. To the left of the bowl of fruit is another white plate with four pieces of French toast stacked on top of one another.

    Why This Recipe Works

    The flavor. This homemade sourdough French toast is filled with warm spices that go so well with the sourdough bread and sweet maple syrup.

    Family favorite. My wife and I make this sourdough bread french toast whenever we're hosting, and everyone always loves it. So it'll be hit whenever you serve it!

    Fool proof. Even if you're new to making French toast, this recipe will be effortless and turn out perfect every single time.

    Four pieces of French toast stacked on top of one another on a white plate. There is a slice out of the top two pieces and the top piece has fresh fruit on it.

    Ingredients For Sourdough French Toast

    So, as I mentioned earlier, you will need common kitchen ingredients to make this recipe. The only one you might not have on hand regularly is the star of this french toast - the sourdough bread.

    I just love using sourdough bread to make french toast - the slightly sour and tangy flavor balances perfectly with the added spices and sweetness. 

    Anyways, here is everything else you'll need: 

    • 6 slices of sourdough bread
    • ¾ cup of milk
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • Pinch of salt
    • 2 tablespoons butter 

    Pretty standard stuff, right?!

    Now, you'll want to grab the sourdough bread from the store a few days before making this recipe. Stale sourdough bread yields the best results.

    But if you have a craving for this recipe and want to make it immediately, fresh sourdough bread still works well too! And if you're feeling extra, you can even use homemade sourdough bread with a sourdough starter.

    Two white plates with a few pieces of French toast stacked on top of one another on them. There is fresh fruit on the top slice of each piece and there is some fruit surrounding the white plates.

    How To Make Sourdough French Toast

    1. Make the batter: In a shallow bowl, add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together, and set aside.

    2. Prep: Add some butter to a pan or griddle and heat it over medium heat until melted. Dip the slices of bread into the batter until coated on both sides.

    3. Cook the French toast: Immediatley transfer the coated bread to the pan. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes until crispy on the outside. Flip and pan-fry on the other side for another 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.

    4. Serve: Serve the French toast warm, topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruit.

    A white plate with four pieces of French toast on it. The top piece has fresh fruit on it and there is maple syrup being poured over the stack. In the background behind the white plate is another white plate with four pieces of French toast stack on top of one another.

    Tips To Make The Best Recipe

    • Cook the French toast on a griddle so you can cook all of the slices at one time.
    • Butter the griddle for an extra crisp surface and the most delicious flavor. 
    • Add more butter between cooking each slice.
    • Only dip the bread in the egg mixture, don't soak it.
    • Use gluten free sourdough bread for the best gluten free breakfast ever.
    • Make sure to use crusty sourdough bread or thick slices of stale sourdough bread for the best results. 
    • Use whole milk or heavy cream for a more decadent French toast.

    A stack of four pieces of French toast on a white plate. There's fresh fruit on the top slice and powdered sugar is being shaken on the French toast stack.

    Sourdough French Toast Variations

    • For a classic French toast experience, just put on some butter, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and sprinkle some powdered sugar on top. 
    • Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich out of it. Just put peanut butter on one piece of French toast and this strawberry compote on another, and put them together!
    • Spread almond butter on the pieces of French toast and put a freshly sliced banana on top.
    • Put any fresh fruit, like some fresh berries, on your French toast and a drizzle of maple syrup.
    • Put a slap of butter on the warm pieces of bread, sprinkle on some cinnamon and sugar, and finish it off with maple syrup and whipped cream.

    Four pieces of vegan French toast on a white plate with fresh fruit on the top slice of French toast.

    How To Store Sourdough French Toast

    In the fridge: Store the slices of French toast wrapped in plastic wrap and kept in a Ziploc bag for about 4 days.

    In the freezer: Lay the French toast in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze until solid, then put the slices in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

    Reheating: Put the sourdough French toast in the toaster oven for a few minutes until crispy or reheat it in the oven. Add more reheating time for the frozen French toast.

    A white plate with four pieces of French toast stacked on top of each other. The top two slices have a piece cut out of the front and the top slice is covered with fresh fruit.

    FAQS About This Sourdough French Toast Recipe

    Can I use sourdough bread for French toast?

    Yes, sourdough bread makes a delicious French toast! It's especially good if you use slightly stale bread.

    What breads are best for French toast?

    Crusty sourdough bread is the best if you want a super crispy outside with a fluffy inside and delicious flavor. Some other great options for a similar result are French bread and brioche. For softer French toast, you can use plain white bread or wheat bread.

    Why is stale bread better for French toast?

    Stale bread has dried out, so it contains less moisture. This will help it quickly absorb the egg mixture, making for a more delicious French toast.

    More Breakfast Recipes

    If you're looking for more crazy delicious breakfast recipes, there are plenty more of them on the blog!

    Give these recipes a try next:

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    • Churro pancakes
    • Mochi donuts
    • Breakfast burrito
    • Banana muffins
    • Easy waffles
    • Egg McMuffin
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    Sourdough French Toast | The Best Sourdough French Toast Recipe

    Four slices of vegan French toast stacked on top of one another on a white plate. Fresh fruit is on the top slice of French toast and maple syrup is being poured over the stack.
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    ★★★★★

    5 from 5 reviews

    This sourdough french toast is quick and easy to make and out of this world delicious to eat. It is crispy yet soft, and has a subtle sweetness that ties it all together. And, honestly, this sourdough French toast is so good it's become a breakfast and brunch staple in our house!

    • Author: Brendan Cunningham
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 6 minutes
    • Total Time: 16 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Stovetop

    Ingredients

    Scale

    6 slices of sourdough bread

    ¾ cup of milk (180mL)

    3 Large eggs

    1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

    ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

    Pinch of salt

    2 tbsp butter 

    Instructions

    1. In a shallow bowl, add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together, and set aside.
    2. Heat butter in a pan over medium-high heat until melted.
    3. Dip the slices of bread into the batter until coated (do NOT soak them), and place in the pan. Pan Fry for 3 to 5 minutes until it is crispy on the outside, then turn over and pan-fry on the other side for another 3 to 5 minutes.
    4. Add more butter as needed and continue to cook the extra slices.
    5. Serve topped with maple syrup and fresh fruit.

    Notes

    The scale up function does not change the gram measurements.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 166.5
    • Fat: 6.5
    • Carbohydrates: 22.6
    • Fiber: 1.5
    • Protein: 4

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    Comments

    1. Cara

      August 07, 2022 at 12:39 pm

      This is probably my favorite French toast that I have ever had. For real it is so delicious and I will totally make it again.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Kaylee J.

      August 13, 2022 at 6:47 pm

      Legit so much better than typical french toast.

      ★★★★★

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    3. seekyum

      August 28, 2022 at 10:10 am

      delicious french toast!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Patricia Zelner

      June 18, 2023 at 3:01 pm

      We make this sourdough french toast very often and love it more each time:)

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Heather Lawrence

      June 19, 2023 at 10:58 pm

      We made this for Sunday breakfast and are going to have it again next weekend. So good!!

      ★★★★★

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