Sourdough French Toast

french toast on a plate with fresh strawberries.

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!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Breakfast, brunch

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: slices

Calories: 285kcal

Author: Nicole Durham

Cost: Recipe $3.04 / Serving $0.51

Equipment

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

Mix dry: In a shallow bowl or pie plate, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add wet: Whisk in the milk, vanilla extract, and eggs until fully combined.
Heat: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat, about 350°F.
Butter: Add butter to the pan and allow it to melt and coat the surface.
Dip: Dip each slice of sourdough bread into the batter, flipping to coat both sides.
Cook: Place the bread on the hot griddle and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Serve: Remove from the pan and serve warm.

Notes

Bread choice: Sourdough works well even when fresh due to its thicker structure.
Flour addition: Adding flour to the batter helps it cling to the bread and creates a fluffier French toast.
Freezing: Freeze cooked slices on a baking sheet for 1 hour, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.
Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight bag or container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or enjoy cold.

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