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    Sourdough French Toast

    Modified: Oct 18, 2023 Published: Jul 30, 2021 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    4.67 from 3 votes

    You've never had a french toast recipe like this before. Sourdough French Toast is fluffy, well-spiced, sweet, and absolutely perfect. Best part? You don't need stale bread, so just grab a loaf of sourdough and get started!

    Recipe: $3.04 | Per Serving: $0.51 | Servings: 6

    three slices of sourdough french toast on a white plate with fresh strawberries.

    Using sourdough for french toast may not be conventional, but it's a game-changer. Whether you're a sourdough enthusiast or not, this recipe is a winner!

    This sourdough french toast will quickly become your favorite. That's saying something because I'm also a fan of our English Muffin French Toast, French Toast with Frozen Waffles, and Freezer French Toast.

    The bread soaks up the egg mixture perfectly, resulting in crispy exteriors and a creamy center, even with fresh bread. The sweetness balances out the tangy bread, creating a delightful harmony in every bite.

    This is the ultimate sourdough french toast recipe, and once you try it, you'll understand why. For an even more elevated experience, use homemade sourdough bread!

    For more delicious french toast variations, explore our Tortilla French Toast, Egg White French Toast, and Air Fryer Frozen French Toast Sticks.

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions for Sourdough French Toast
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. There is no aftertaste of sourdough anywhere. My daughter and my husband both couldn't believe that I had even used sourdough bread when I presented them with their breakfast plates.
    2. Everyone loved it! My picky child even asked if we could have this for breakfast every morning. Yeah, girl, momma's not a morning person... maybe for dinner once in a while.
    3. Simple ingredients. We basically use standard french toast ingredients in this recipe, so most of it may already be in your home or pantry. Serve it up with a Breakfast Banana Split for a truly fun morning experience made with simple wholesome ingredients.

    🥘 Ingredients

    ingredients needed to make french toast with sourdough bread.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Brown sugar- Using brown sugar will give you a depth of flavor as well as a nicely caramelized crust.

    Flour- Adding flour to your french toast mixture helps the coating to stick to the bread and helps for better results too.

    Butter- This will be used to grease your griddle. You can use nonstick cooking spray if desired, but butter will give the bread a better taste.

    Sourdough bread- Use a loaf of your favorite brand of sliced sourdough bread for the ultimate french toast recipe. Note: Save your unused bread or unwanted bread ends to make some delicious Oreo Bread Pudding or Peanut Butter and Jelly Bread Pudding.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🔪 Instructions for Sourdough French Toast

    Step 1: On a pie plate, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

    Step 2: Add in the milk, vanilla, and eggs, and mix well.

    Step 3: Preheat your skillet or griddle to medium-high heat (about 350 degrees F).

    Step 4: Place your butter in the pan and let it melt.

    Step 5: Dip the bread and flip it to coat the other side.

    Step 6: Cook the bread for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

    Serve with fresh fruits and maple syrup.

    a hand pouring some syrup over the top of french toast.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. Fresh Bread Tip- You can use fresh sourdough bread for this French toast recipe instead of stale bread. Sour bread soaks up the custard mixture well and gets a nice golden edge when cooked.
    2. Fluffiness Trick- Here's a little secret: adding flour to the batter makes the French toast extra fluffy. The flour coats each slice evenly, ensuring the cinnamon sticks and giving the toast a great texture inside and out. It's like breading chicken but with toast!

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Can french toast be frozen?

    Yes, french toast can be frozen and it makes for an easy and quick breakfast later. Simply make your french toast as directed and place onto a large baking sheet in an even layer. Freeze flat for one hour before transferring to an airtight container. Then allow to remain frozen for up to 2 months. Cook in the microwave or a toaster until heated through.

    What goes well with french toast?

    We love to enjoy our french toast with fresh fruits because the tangy sour berries offset sweet syrup. That said for a more filling meal, eggs, hashbrowns and breakfast meats like sausage and bacon are always welcomed ideas to serve on the side.

    How long is leftover french toast good for?

    You can keep your leftover french toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 or 5 days. Reheat it in the microwave or a toaster until warm and then serve with your favorite toppings.

    a plate full of syrup covered french toast with fresh strawberries.

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    If you tried this Sourdough French Toast, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    french toast on a plate with fresh strawberries.
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    4.67 from 3 votes

    Sourdough French Toast

    You've never had a french toast recipe like this before. It's fluffy, well-spiced, sweet, and absolutely perfect. Best part? You don't need stale bread, so just grab a loaf of sourdough and get started!
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 slices
    Calories: 285kcal
    Cost Recipe $3.04 / Serving $0.51
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    Equipment

    • Pie Plate
    • Medium-Sized Skillet or Griddle
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    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons all purpose flour ($0.01)
    • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar ($0.03)
    • 1 pinch salt ($0.01)
    • 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon ($0.08)
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ($0.02)
    • ⅓ cup milk ($0.06)
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ($0.06)
    • 4 large eggs ($0.60)
    • 2 Tablespoons butter, for the griddle ($0.25)
    • 6-8 slices sourdough bread ($1.92)
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    Instructions

    • In a pie plate whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
    • Add in the milk, vanilla, and eggs, mix well.
    • Preheat your skillet or griddle to medium-high heat (about 350 degrees F).
    • Place your butter in the pan and let melt.
    • Dip the bread and flip it to coat the other side.
    • Cook the bread for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
    • Serve with fresh fruits and maple syrup.

    Notes

    • You don't need stale bread for sourdough; it's thick and great fresh.
    • Adding flour to the batter makes French toast extra fluffy and helps it coat the bread well.
    Freezing.
    • Freeze on a baking sheet for one hour until solid, then transfer to an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving. Leftovers:
    Leftovers.
    • Store in a Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 4 days. Warm in the microwave before serving or enjoy cold.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 2slices | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 475mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 320IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Breakfast, brunch
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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