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    Home » Recipes » Gluten-Free Sourdough » Sourdough French Toast

    Sourdough French Toast

    May 18, 2022 By Chandice | 12 Comments | Updated May 25, 2022

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    Our sourdough French toast is a yummy spin on typical French toast. The sourdough bread offers a tangy twist to French toast, but in the best way possible.

    French toast is a breakfast staple, especially with my family. Using sourdough bread for French toast is such a fun way to change up breakfast. This French toast recipe is so delicious, you will need to plan on making extra since it will be a hit!

    Sourdough French toast on a plate

    One of my favorite things to do on a Saturday morning is have a yummy breakfast. It’s a rare occasion when my family is able to sit down together, so we enjoy those moments when we can. And breakfast is the perfect way spend time together!

    A great option for a family breakfast is this delicious French toast recipe. Using sourdough bread is a fun French toast variation to try, especially if your kids are bored of the usual meals. I also love it because it is such an easy breakfast to make.

    Another easy breakfast are our sourdough muffins, Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole (Instant Pot) recipe. It’s so yummy and is almost too easy to make. My kids also love my Gluten-Free Pop Tarts recipe, which I like to freeze and use when we are in a rush.

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    My favorite way to eat our French toast is with syrup, but you can try fresh berries, peanut butter, or other fresh fruit (you should try peaches, trust me). A fun way to eat French toast is in little bites, like my Gluten-Free French Toast Bites recipe, in which you get to dip it in syrup!

    You can use this recipe for weekend breakfasts, a special occasion, or even for dinner. I am a big fan of breakfast for dinner.

    Sourdough French toast on a fork

    What you need

    French toast is a perfect brunch recipe because it is so easy. You only need a few simple ingredients and it is a quick breakfast to make.

    Sourdough Bread

    For this recipe, you will need 12 slices of sourdough bread cut into 1/2 inch thick slices. I have a homemade Gluten-Free Sourdough Bread (Honey Whole Grain) recipe that you can use for this recipe. I think it is the best sourdough bread, but that’s just me.

    There is nothing better than homemade sourdough bread for French toast. Sometimes people will use stale bread for their French toast though. It’s up to your personal preference.

    Sourdough bread loaf

    Milk

    Milk is a staple for French toast. You can use skim milk, 1%, almond milk, or whatever you prefer. You can use dairy-free milk instead and it will work just as well.

    Another recipe you can make dairy-free is my Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole with Cranberries & White Chocolate recipe. It is absolutely delicious and easy to make dairy-free.

    Vanilla

    Vanilla extract is a secret ingredient that some people don’t use in their French toast. I think vanilla is the extra step that makes a perfect piece of French toast.

    How to make sourdough French toast

    • Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar in a shallow, but wide bowl
    • Dip both sides of each piece of sourdough bread into the egg mixture
    Sourdough French Toast being dipped in a baking dish
    • Heat a large griddle or frying pan over medium-low heat
    • Once hot, spread butter on the pan and cook both sides of toast until golden brown (~2-3 minutes per side)
    • Continue cooking each piece, buttering the pan in between each slice

    Pro Tip: A great way to keep the slices warm while cooking is by putting them on a baking sheet covered with tinfoil.

    Sourdough French toast being cooked in a frying pan
    How long does sourdough bread last?

    It lasts up to 4-5 days when stored properly. After baking the bread, let it cool to room temperature and then wrap in aluminum foil.

    Why is my French toast soggy?

    If you use too thin of a slice of bread, your French toast can get soggy. It can also get soggy if you let it soak in the milk mixture too long. Make sure to cook the French toast on a low heat so it can cook evenly.

    Can I make this dairy-free?

    Absolutely! Pick your favorite dairy-free milk option and substitute the butter with either a dairy-free option or use a cooking spray on the pan.

    How do you store leftovers?

    Refrigerate within two hours of cooking, placing the leftover French toast in an airtight container. It will last 4-5 days in the fridge. To reheat, you can use the microwave, but I like to use the air fryer. It keeps the bread from getting soggy and reheats the French toast perfectly.

    Can you freeze French toast?

    Yup. I do this sometimes for an easy to go breakfast for those mornings that are chaotic. Same as leftovers, allow the French toast to cool to room temperature. Then, in a single layer (with paper towels in between), put the French toast slices in a freezer bag. Use within a month or two for the best quality.

    Sourdough French toast on a plate with fork

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    Sourdough French Toast

    sourdough French toast on a plate with syrup
    5 from 12 votes
    Our sourdough French toast is a yummy spin on typical French toast. The sourdough bread offers a tangy twist to French toast, but in the best way possible.
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    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: french toast, sourdough
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 452kcal

    Ingredients

    • 6 eggs
    • 1 1/2 cups milk dairy free works as well
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
    • 12 slices sourdough bread sliced 1/2 inch thick
    • butter for greasing the pan

    Instructions

    • Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and sugar in a shallow but wide bowl
    • Dip both sides of each piece of sourdough bread into the egg mixture
    • Heat a large griddle or frying pan over medium-low heat
    • Once hot, smear butter on the pan and cook both pieces of toast until lightly browned, roughly 2 to 3 minutes per side
    • Continue cooking in batches, buttering the pan in between

    Notes

    Can I make this dairy-free?

    Absolutely! Pick your favorite dairy-free milk option and substitute the butter with either a dairy-free option or use a cooking spray on the pan.

    How do you store leftovers?

    Refrigerate within two hours of cooking, placing the leftover French toast in an airtight container. It will last 4-5 days in the fridge. To reheat, you can use the microwave, but I like to use the air fryer. It keeps the bread from getting soggy and reheats the French toast perfectly.

    Can you freeze French toast?

    Yup. I do this sometimes for an easy to go breakfast for those mornings that are chaotic. Same as leftovers, allow the French toast to cool to room temperature. Then, in a single layer (with paper towels in between), put the French toast slices in a freezer bag. Use within a month or two for the best quality.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2slices of sourdough French toast | Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 856mg | Potassium: 303mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 337IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 167mg | Iron: 6mg

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    1. Chenée says

      May 23, 2022 at 7:23 am

      5 stars
      Love this! The sourdough bread added such a unique and delicious flavor to this french toast.

      Reply
    2. Jenny says

      May 23, 2022 at 5:48 am

      5 stars
      This is the most decadent french toast! I love how it looks, and it looks perfect for guests. We did a big get-together and this sourdough french toast was the breakfast star. I make my sourdough bread. Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    3. Amanda Mason says

      May 23, 2022 at 2:45 am

      5 stars
      gamechanger recipe….oh my goodness so delicious! I’ve never made french toast with sourdough so I was intrigued. This is going to be my new go to breakfast recipe!

      Reply
    4. Dennis says

      May 22, 2022 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for breakfast yesterday to rave reviews from my family! This will be going on our regular weekend breakfast rotation!!

      Reply
    5. Amy Liu Dong says

      May 22, 2022 at 4:34 am

      5 stars
      A delicious and easy breakfast to make for everyone.
      Thanks for sharing this with us! Yummy!

      Reply
    6. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says

      May 20, 2022 at 7:28 pm

      5 stars
      It was what was on my breakfast plate this weekend! Yum-o!!! This looks outstanding and so easy! Love recipes like this!

      Reply
    7. Megan says

      May 19, 2022 at 11:21 pm

      5 stars
      If I ate this every single day for the rest of my life I would be happy! So easy and so delicious.

      Reply
    8. Katie Crenshaw says

      May 19, 2022 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      I loved how this French toast turned out. It was my first time using sour dough and it was excellent!

      Reply
    9. Devan says

      May 19, 2022 at 6:22 am

      5 stars
      You clearly are winning at life with a recipe like this – this is good food! French toast is already so good and using soughdough for the bread is a real gamechanger. We LOVED this!

      Reply
    10. Brittany says

      May 18, 2022 at 5:20 pm

      5 stars
      Best. French. Toast. EVER. Sourdough bread is such a game changer for French toast!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        May 18, 2022 at 6:13 pm

        Thanks, so glad you loved it too!

        Reply
    11. Bernice says

      May 18, 2022 at 5:13 pm

      5 stars
      Oh gosh. It had been ages since I’ve had French toast for breakfast. I couldn’t resist your lovely photos and I had my own sourdough to use up. The result? One very tasty breakfast!!

      Reply

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