Easy Vegan French Toast (10 Minutes!)
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4.9
Easy Vegan French Toast (10 Minutes!)
Description
Easy Vegan French Toast begins by whisking together cornstarch and almond milk to create a smooth batter. Maple syrup, vanilla extract, black salt (or sea salt), ground cinnamon, and mashed ripe banana are incorporated to add sweetness, flavor complexity, and a custard-like texture. A dash of turmeric can be added optionally for color.
Day-old sturdy bread slices, preferably sourdough, are dipped in the batter for about 15 to 20 seconds per side, absorbing enough coating without becoming soggy. The slices are then pan-fried in vegan butter over medium heat, cooking until golden brown on each side and developing a caramelized crust.
The resulting French toast offers a balance of crisp edges and tender insides with flavors ranging from cinnamon and vanilla to subtle banana. It can be served with a variety of toppings such as nut butter, fresh fruit, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or coconut whipped cream, enhancing its versatility.
Ingredients
BATTER
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch (cornstarch helps the batter crisp up // we haven’t tested other starches)
- 1/2 cup almond milk (we also think you could use oat or coconut milk)
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp black salt (kala namak — adds eggy flavor // or sub sea salt)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp banana adds a custard-like texture and subtle banana flavor // omit if you don’t like banana flavor, mashed ripe
- 1 dash Turmeric optional // for color, ground
BREAD
- 2 large pieces bread we recommend sourdough, sturdy day-old
- 2 tsp vegan butter (we like Miyoko’s with a hint of salt)
FOR SERVING optional
- nut butter we like Miyoko’s with a hint of salt // or sub nut butter, or vegan butter
- Fruit sliced bananas, fresh berries, or compote, of choice
- maple syrup
- powdered sugar organic
- Coconut whipped cream
Instructions
- BATTER: To a shallow bowl or baking dish add cornstarch, then slowly add in dairy-free milk while whisking. Whisk fully to ensure there are no clumps. Then add maple syrup, vanilla extract, black salt (or sea salt), cinnamon, ripe mashed banana (adds custardy texture and subtle sweetness — leave out if you dislike banana), and turmeric (optional — for color). Whisk again to combine.
- Next, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- DIP: In the meantime, add your bread slices to the batter and soak on each side for ~15-20 seconds. It shouldn’t be super soggy, but they should be well coated. Option to dust each side with a bit more cinnamon.
- COOK: Add a bit of vegan butter to the hot skillet and as many pieces of French toast as will fit comfortably. Cook for ~2 minutes, or until the underside is golden brown. Then flip with a fork or spatula and cook for 2 minutes more, or until both sides are golden brown and caramelized. Repeat as needed until all French toast is prepared.
- SERVING: Serve as is, or (our preferred) with vegan butter or nut butter, fresh fruit, and maple syrup. You could also sprinkle with organic powdered sugar or add coconut whipped cream for a more decadent touch.
- STORAGE: Best when fresh. Not freezer friendly. You can make the batter up to 2 days in advance, though best when fresh. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2(large slices French toast)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 226 | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 38.8g | 13% |
| Protein | 4.9g | 10% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% |
| Sugar | 4.9g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1.9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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