Vegan French Toast (Printable)
Crispy golden slices with cinnamon-vanilla custard coating
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices thick-cut stale bread, preferably sourdough or French
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
03 - 3 tablespoons chickpea 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
10 - Pinch of salt
→ For Cooking
11 - Vegan butter or neutral oil for frying
→ Optional Toppings
12 - Fresh berries
13 - Maple syrup
14 - Powdered sugar
15 - Sliced bananas
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together plant-based milk, chickpea flour, cornstarch, maple syrup, flaxseed, vanilla, cinnamon, turmeric, and salt in a shallow bowl until smooth. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
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 bread slice into the batter, coating both sides well without completely soaking through, as vegan bread can become fragile.
04 - Place battered bread slices on the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
05 - Repeat with remaining slices, adding more vegan butter or oil as needed. Serve immediately topped with fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or sliced bananas.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The batter creates this incredible custardy texture without using a single egg, proving that comfort food has no boundaries
- Everything comes together in twenty minutes flat, leaving you more time to savor that morning coffee
02 -
- Fresh bread will turn into mush, so use slices that are at least a day old or lightly toast them beforehand for structure
- The batter needs a couple minutes to rest after whisking, allowing the flaxseed and flours to activate properly
03 -
- Low and slow heat prevents burning while ensuring the inside gets fully cooked through
- Pre-slicing your bread the night before and leaving it uncovered helps dry it out naturally