Sourdough French Toast
This Sourdough French Toast is a deliciously tangy twist on a classic breakfast favorite, made with hearty sourdough bread and a custardy sourdough discard batter. It’s perfect for holiday mornings or a cozy Sunday brunch.
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 286kcal
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet or stainless steel skillet
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup sourdough starter discard
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 slices sourdough bread about 1-inch thick (preferably homemade)
- Butter for skillet
- Toppings of choice for serving
Instructions
- Heat a cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium heat.
- In a shallow bowl or baking dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, sourdough discard, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt until well combined.4 large eggs, ½ cup whole milk, ¼ cup sourdough starter discard, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Dip the slices of sourdough bread into the batter, allowing each piece to soak until fully absorbed.8 slices sourdough bread
- Add a generous pat of butter to the preheated skillet and let it melt, coating the bottom of the pan. Working in batches, place the soaked bread slices in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are deeply golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.Butter
- Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and serve immediately, adding extra butter, maple syrup, and your favorite toppings.Toppings of choice
Notes
- Quick Tip: If cooking in batches, keep the finished slices warm in a low oven (around 200°F) while you finish cooking the rest.
- Storage: French toast is best served immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece (without toppings) | Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 462mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg
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