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This sourdough French toast recipe is the perfect way to use leftover sourdough, making it a great option for a weekend breakfast or brunch.
When it comes to the weekend, I'm all about a good breakfast/brunch - from brioche cinnamon rolls to fried chicken and waffles to breakfast egg rolls.
But French toast is one of those meals that is surprisingly simple to make and oh so tasty. It is soft and custard-like on the inside and crispy on the outside.
And let's not forgot about the toppings - from maple syrup to fresh fruit to whipped cream. My mouth is just watering thinking about it.
The sourdough is the key thought. Yes you can take the time make your own sourdough starter and bread from scratch. But this recipe uses a few days old stale sourdough bread.
With this sourdough French toast, you get that slight tang and the lovely crust. It really is the perfect vehicle for making some homemade French toast.
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Recipe Ingredients
- Sourdough bread - 2 to 3 day old stale bread is best.
- Eggs - helps create that custard mouthfeel.
- Milk - whole milk is best.
- Light brown sugar - can also use granulated sugar.
- Cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract - added flavor to the soak of the bread.
- Unsalted butter - used to cook the bread.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Dunk each slice of bread in egg mixture, soaking both sides for about 2 minutes. Press the bread down so it soaks up as much as possible.
- While bread is soaking, heat butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 slices of bread and cook until golden brown on the bottom. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining bread and serve immediately. Top with your favorite toppings.
How to Serve
There are so many different options when it comes to what you can add to this sourdough French toast recipe. Some include:
- Maple syrup or honey
- Fruit - blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, bananas
- Whipped cream
- Nuts - pecans, walnuts, almonds
- Nutella or peanut butter
- Jam - can never go wrong with some homemade strawberry jam
FAQs
If you don't have time to let your bread sit out for a 2 to 3 days so it hardens a little you can speed up the process by slicing the bread and then throwing on a pan in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until it firms up.
I actually pretty much do this every single time as I buy the bread the day I want to make it.
Part of the reason for slicing the bread into 1 inch thickness is to prevent it from being soggy. If you slice the bread too thin, it soaks up too much of the custard and just becomes a soggy mess.
The other way to prevent it from becoming soggy is to fully cook the bread. It should be golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
I personally always have whole milk in the fridge so that's what I use. But you can also use heavy cream, skim milk or half-and-half.
If you want it dairy-free, almond milk, coconut milk or oat milk works.
Leftover French toast will last 1-2 days if kept in an airtight container in the fridge.
Yes. Individually wrap each slice of bread and place in an airtight container or bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
I find it best to reheat French toast in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or until warmed through. You can also microwave in a pinch.
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- Stale bread is key. You want it to be 2 to 3 days old.
- You want to slice the bread thick, about 1 inch.
- Let the bread soak for at least 2 minutes per side and press down so it soaks up the custard. Since it is thicker, you need it to soak longer.
- Place the cooked French toast on a baking sheet in an oven at 200°F while you are cooking the other slices so it stays warm.
Other Breakfast Recipes
- Blackberry French Toast Casserole
- Chocolate Crossiants
- Strawberry Pop Tarts
- Orange Rolls
- Chocolate Chip Scones
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Sourdough French Toast
Ingredients
- 8 slices of sourdough bread, cut into 1 inch thickness
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- maple syrup, whipped cream, nuts and berries for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract. Transfer to a baking dish.
- Dunk each slice of bread in egg mixture, soaking both sides for about 2 minutes. Press the bread down so it soaks up as much as possible.
- While bread is soaking, heat butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 slices of bread and cook until golden brown on the bottom. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining bread and serve immediately. Top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Stale bread is key. You want it to be 2 to 3 days old.
- You want to slice the bread thick, about 1 inch.
- Let the bread soak for at least 2 minutes per side and press down so it soaks up the custard. Since it is thicker, you need it to soak longer.
- Place the cooked French toast on a baking sheet in an oven at 200°F while you are cooking the other slices so it stays warm.
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