Sourdough French Toast
This sourdough French toast is crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, and bursting with comforting flavors like cinnamon and vanilla. A quick and delicious breakfast for any day of the week!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick slices, about 6 inches (15 cm) long
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk 240 ml
- 1/4 cup brown sugar 56 grams
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 15 grams / ½ ounce
- maple syrup for serving
Optional Garnishes
- fresh berries
- powdered sugar
- whipped cream
- chopped nuts
- Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the custard into a shallow dish. Dip each slice of sourdough into the mixture, letting it soak for about 20 seconds on each side.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Melt the butter. Add the soaked bread slices and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and your favorite garnishes like berries or powdered sugar.