Description
This vegan French toast recipe offers a delicious plant-based twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Made with almond milk and vegan butter, the batter is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg to create a rich, comforting flavor. The toasted rustic bread is golden and crisp on the outside while tender inside, perfect when served with maple syrup and fresh mixed berries. Ready in just 20 minutes, this meal is a delightful way to start your day with a wholesome, dairy-free treat.
Ingredients
Batter
- 1½ cups almond milk (or any other non-dairy milk)
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
Bread and Cooking
- 6 slices rustic white bread (cut into 1 inch or 2.5 cm thick slices)
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter (or more if needed)
- 1 knob vegan butter (for serving)
Toppings
- 1 drizzle maple syrup (or powdered sugar or both)
- 1 handful mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Cut 6 slices of rustic white bread into 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick slices to ensure they soak up the batter properly without falling apart.
- Make the batter: In an oven-safe dish, whisk together 1½ cups almond milk, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until smooth and combined.
- Soak the bread: Melt 2 tablespoons vegan butter in a frying pan over medium heat. While the pan warms, soak two slices of bread one at a time in the batter until they are saturated but still hold their shape—taking a few seconds to up to two minutes depending on the bread’s freshness.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked bread slices on the hot pan and cook on medium to low heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Add more vegan butter to the pan as needed. Keep cooked slices warm in a slightly warmed oven while you finish cooking the rest.
- Serve: Serve each slice of vegan French toast topped with a knob of vegan butter, a drizzle of maple syrup (or powdered sugar), and a handful of fresh mixed berries for a colorful, flavorful finish.
Notes
- For thicker or crustier bread, soak a little longer to fully absorb the batter without becoming soggy.
- Use any non-dairy milk such as oat, soy, or cashew milk as a substitute for almond milk.
- Adjust the sugar quantity in the batter for a sweeter or less sweet French toast.
- Keep finished slices warm in a low oven (about 200°F or 90°C) so they stay crisp while cooking the rest.
- Try adding a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom for a spiced variation.
- Use gluten-free bread and flour to make this recipe gluten-free if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
