Sourdough French Toast Recipe
Turn day-old sourdough bread into a breakfast masterpiece with this simple French toast recipe. Crispy on the outside, custardy on the inside, and perfectly spiced with vanilla and cinnamon.
Print Pin Servings: 4
Calories: 425kcal
Cost: $8.8
Equipment
- Large shallow dish for the custard mixture
- Large skillet or griddle
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the French Toast:
- 8 slices day-old sourdough bread 1-inch thick
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons butter for cooking
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh strawberries
- Fresh blueberries
- Butter
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a shallow dish.
- Soak each bread slice in the mixture for 20-30 seconds per side.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook soaked bread for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve hot with fresh berries, butter, maple syrup, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 205mg | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g