Vegan French Toast
This vegan French toast recipe uses plant-based milk and flaxseed meal to create a rich, custardy coating without eggs or dairy. It's a delightful breakfast or brunch option that's quick to prepare and satisfying.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Allergen information: may contain gluten and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 8 pcsbread, thickly sliced
- 1.5 cupplant milk, unsweetened
- 3 tbspflaxseed meal
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 0.5 tspcinnamon, ground
- 0.25 tspnutmeg, ground
- 0.25 tspsalt
batter
- 2 tbspmaple syrup
for cooking
- 2 tbspvegan butter
for serving
- 0.5 cupmaple syrup(optional)
- 1 cupfresh berries(optional)
Equipment
shallow dish · spatula · whisk · non-stick skillet
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a shallow dish, whisk together the plant milk, flaxseed meal, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the flaxseed meal is fully incorporated to help thicken the batter.
- 2
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a portion of the vegan butter to melt.
About 1 min
- 3
Dip each slice of bread into the batter, ensuring both sides are fully coated but not overly saturated, about 10-15 seconds per side.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Do not let the bread soak too long or it will become soggy.
- 4
Place the coated bread slices onto the hot skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- 5
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
About 8 min
Cook’s note: Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
- 6
Repeat with remaining bread slices, adding more vegan butter to the pan as needed.
- 7
Serve immediately with extra maple syrup and fresh berries, if desired.
About 1 min
Keep it good
Store leftover vegan French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a toaster, oven, or microwave until warmed through.
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