Ingredients
French Toast Mixture
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For Cooking
- Coconut oil or butter for greasing the skillet
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: (Optional) Slice the sourdough bread and leave it out overnight to dry out slightly for better absorption of the custard mixture.
- Make the Custard: In a large shallow dish like a pie plate, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of stale sourdough bread into the egg mixture, soaking for 10-15 seconds on each side to absorb the custard evenly without becoming too soggy.
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat to about 350-400 °F and grease the surface well with coconut oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook the French Toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook each side for 2-4 minutes until the bread is lightly golden brown and cooked through. Flip carefully to cook evenly.
Notes
- Using stale or slightly dried-out sourdough bread helps the French toast soak up the custard better without falling apart.
- Adjust maple syrup in the custard to your preferred sweetness level.
- For a richer flavor, consider using butter for greasing, or coconut oil for dairy-free version.
- Serve with fresh berries, powdered sugar, or extra maple syrup for an enhanced breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
