Vegan French Toast (Printable View)
Golden, plant-based French toast with crispy edges and custardy center, infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices thick-cut stale bread (sourdough or French bread, vegan)
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
03 - 3 tablespoons chickpea flour or all-purpose flour
04 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
06 - 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
10 - Pinch of salt
→ For Cooking
11 - Vegan butter or neutral oil for frying
→ To Serve (Optional)
12 - Fresh berries
13 - Maple syrup
14 - Powdered sugar
15 - Sliced bananas
# Cooking Steps:
01 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together plant-based milk, chickpea flour, cornstarch, maple syrup, flaxseed, vanilla, cinnamon, turmeric (if using), and salt until smooth and slightly thickened. Allow to sit for 2–3 minutes to thicken further.
02 - Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of vegan butter or oil to coat the surface.
03 - Dip each slice of bread into the batter, coating both sides well but not soaking completely, as vegan bread can become fragile.
04 - Place the battered bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
05 - Repeat with remaining slices, adding more vegan butter or oil as needed.
06 - Serve immediately, topped with fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or sliced bananas as desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The chickpea flour creates an eerily authentic custard texture without any eggs or dairy
- Stale bread transforms into something extraordinary reducing food waste while creating breakfast magic
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- Dont skip the resting period for the batter as those few minutes allow the flaxseed and chickpea flour to work their thickening magic
- Using bread thats slightly dried out makes the difference between soggy disappointment and crisp perfection
03 -
- Preheat your oven to its lowest setting and keep finished slices warm on a baking rack so everyone can eat together
- Let the pan return to the right temperature between batches or you'll end up with uneven cooking and soggy spots