This is the BEST sourdough French toast. It’s beautifully browned on the outside and tender on the inside. Learn how to make this delicious French toast for a great breakfast or brunch.

This is the Best Sourdough French Toast Recipe

Sourdough French toast is the perfect way to start off a weekend morning. The smell of warm cinnamon and vanilla filling the kitchen always gets everyone around the breakfast table.

Serve with a side of turkey bacon, and fruit for a delicious breakfast or brunch.

Is sourdough good for French toast?

Sourdough bread is great to use for French toast because because it adds a layer of light, tangy flavor and has a wonderful crust. It’s also sturdy making it perfect for soaking up the egg mixture.

Sourdough Bread French Toast ingredients

This French toast recipe needs just a few simple ingredients.

Sourdough bread – This recipe works best with 2-3 day old stale sourdough bread.

Eggs – Used to soak the bread.

Milk – Use whatever milk you have on hand. It also works well with half and half or cream for a richer taste.

Cinnamon – Used in the batter and to top the French toast.

Vanilla – Adds a hint of sweetness.

How to make sourdough French toast

Step one: Preheat skillet or griddle on medium-low. Mix together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Slice bread into 1-inch pieces.

Step two: Dip bread slices into egg mixture. Let it soak up the mixture for a minute.

Step three: Brush butter on skillet or griddle. Place soaked bread on skillet. Sprinkle the top of each piece with a little extra cinnamon.

Step four: Cook for 3-4 minutes and then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.

Sourdough French Toast Recipe tips and variations

• Slice bread about 1-inch thick. Thick slices of bread help prevent the toast from falling apart.
• To get the best results use bread that is 2-3 days old. The stale sourdough allows it to soak up the egg mixture without it falling apart.
• If you are making this for a crowd, keep the French toast warm in the oven until ready to serve. Heat oven to 200 degrees F. Place the cooked French toast in a single layer on a baking sheet and keep in the warm oven until ready.
• Variations – Add in a pinch of nutmeg to the batter for extra spice. If you like yours a little sweeter, add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar or sugar to the batter mixture.

How to store French Toast (Sourdough)

Store: Make sure to let the French toast cool before storing. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container or zip bag in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Freeze: Place French toast slices in a freezer bag making sure to remove any extra air in the bag. It will stay good for up to 3 months.

Reheat: Reheat leftover French toast in a toaster oven, in the air fryer at 350 degrees for about 2 minutes, or the oven at 350 degrees for about 5 minutes or until warmed through.

Serving Sourdough French Toast

Best toppings for French toast

Keep it classic and serve sourdough french toast with a little pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup or add a few extra toppings like:

• Fresh fruit like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries or sliced bananas
• Chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, even white chocolate chips
• Sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar
• Sprinkle of powdered sugar
• Honey
• Chocolate-hazelnut spread
• Whipped cream

French Toast Recipe Sourdough FAQs

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