Vegan French Toast (Printable)
Golden, plant-based slices with cinnamon and vanilla for a crispy, comforting morning treat.
# What You 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
# How To Make It:
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 Suggestions:
01 -
- The texture is surprisingly close to traditional French toast, with a golden crust and soft center
- You probably have all the ingredients in your pantry right now
- Its ready in 20 minutes flat for hungry weekend crowds
02 -
- Stale bread is your friend, fresh bread turns to mush in the batter
- Letting the batter rest for those few minutes makes a huge difference in texture
- Medium heat is perfect, high heat burns the outside before the inside cooks through
03 -
- A pinch of nutmeg adds extra warmth and depth to the classic cinnamon flavor
- Keep finished slices warm in a 200F oven while cooking the rest