Sourdough French Toast Recipe
Sourdough French Toast Recipe is a crispy sourdough French toast recipe perfect for breakfast and brunch, delivering custardy center, crisp edges, and 15-minute prep. Thick slices of sourdough bread are soaked in a cinnamon custard mixture and cooked until golden brown with a lightly crisp exterior.
Servings: 4
Calories: 602kcal
Equipment
- Shallow dish
- Whisk
- Large skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 slices sourdough bread preferably thick-cut and slightly stale
- 5 large eggs
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg or cardamom optional
- Butter or cooking spray
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Whipped cream for serving
- Blueberry syrup optional, for topping
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the 5 eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Dip each slice of sourdough bread into the custard mixture, letting it soak for 10-15 seconds per side to fully absorb the flavors without becoming overly saturated.
- Place the soaked slices onto the preheated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp around the edges.
- Transfer the French toast to serving plates. Dust with powdered sugar, add a dollop of whipped cream, and drizzle with blueberry syrup or compote, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Cooking Notes
Using thick-cut sourdough helps the slices hold their shape during cooking. Avoid soaking the bread for too long so the center stays tender instead of soggy.
Tips for Best Results:
- Use slightly stale bread for a better texture.
- Grease the skillet lightly between batches.
- Cook over medium heat for even browning.
- Serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 602kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 257mg | Sodium: 867mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 978IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 6mg
