The Perfect Sourdough French Toast

Can you make French Toast with Sourdough Bread?

You can use whatever bread you want to make french toast, but the bread you choose does have the ability to elevate the dish to the next level!

I’ve made a delicious plate of french toast using regular bread, but when I use my Sourdough bread… look out world! There is something about the texture and thickness of the bread that makes it noteworthy.

Sourdough is a bit more structured, in regards to bread. It is sturdier than a regular white bread, so when it’s dipped in the batter and placed on the griddle, it holds its own and doesn’t turn to mush.

I like to think of it as my secret French Toast weapon.

How do you make Sourdough French Toast?

Sourdough french toast is quite simple. The steps are straightforward and, aside from letting the toast cook on the griddle, it requires very little attention.

I like to allow my sourdough bread to ripen, as I like to say. The best bread for this dish is bread that is a bit on the stale side. The dryness of it allows it to hold up when placed in the batter.

You can buy bread at the market or you can make your own. I have a healthy Sourdough French Bread recipe, if you want to try your hand at sourdough!

You can use fresh bread, but be aware that it will soak up the batter and it might be on the soggy side. So, the best practice for this dish is to slice your sourdough and let it sit for a few hours (or overnight) before using for french toast.

Why You’ll Love French Toast made with Sourdough

There are so many reasons you will love this recipe, but let me list a few for you, because you need this recipe in your life!

1. It gives you the perfect reason to use up stale bread, instead of tossing it!
2. It can be as simple, or decadent, as you wish!
3. Sourdough french toast is filling and little bellies will leave the table satisfied.
4. This recipe is easy and uses pantry, or refrigerator, staples.
5. French toast made right is a hot breakfast that marries the soft and crispy qualities so many people love.

Where can I find Sourdough Bread for French Toast?

Sourdough bread has become quite a trend, so finding it isn’t hard. I love making my own Sourdough loaf and using half of it for homemade croutons and half of it for this recipe.

If you don’t want to make your own bread, simply grab a loaf from the local grocery store. Most grocery stores carry sourdough in their bakery section.

4 Easy Steps for making Sourdough French Toast

• Whisk and Slice. Slice the loaf into 1 inch slices and allow it to breath for a few hours (you can do this the night before). Whisk the wet ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl.
• Dip the Bread. Dip your bread in the batter. Allow each side to sit in the batter for 20-30 seconds so it can soak up some of the batter.
• Butter and Griddle. Add a pat of butter to your griddle and let each side of the french toast fry in the butter for 4 minutes.
• Top and Enjoy. Top your french toast with whatever toppings suit your fancy and enjoy!

Ingredients for Sourdough French Toast

• Sourdough bread– This is the preferred bread for french toast, but if you don’t have sourdough, you can still make this recipe with regular bread! Just don’t let it soak for as long in the batter. Brioche and challah bread is another delicious choice for this dish, as well.
• Milk– This is the main ingredient, paired with the egg, for this recipe. I use whole milk, but feel free to use an oat milk or almond milk. I have used them all and it still turns out amazing!
• Egg– Eggs always help to thicken a batter and give the recipe some holding power. The egg is also what helps to create that layer you find on the outside of the french toast.
• Cinnamon– Spice is needed in every sweet breakfast recipe to offset the sweet. Cinnamon is a great option for french toast.
• Vanilla– Vanilla gives a depth to this dish.
• Maple Syrup– This is my sweetener of choice, but you can substitute white sugar or honey for the maple syrup.
• Salt– Add a pinch of salt to every sweet dish to help bring out the sweetness. It sounds odd, but it is a thing, for sure!

Toppings for your Sourdough French Toast Recipe

Besides the type of bread you use, the toppings are what make this dish truly special. I like to switch up the toppings every time I serve french toast to keep it exciting and fresh. These are a few of our favorites:

• Powdered sugar
• Homemade whipping cream
• Fresh fruit
• Simple Berry Compote
• Maple Syrup
• Bacon
• Ham and Eggs
• Bananas and Pecans
• Peanut Butter
• Nutella
• Cinnamon and Sugar

A Simple Recipe for French Sourdough Bread

If you are wanting to dabble in sourdough bread, but you don’t want to feel overwhelmed or intimidated, try my simple sourdough recipe.

It is a great beginner recipe that tastes amazing and turns out every time.

Another great bread recipe, although it isn’t sourdough, is this overnight bread recipe that is AH-mazing!

Can I make French Toast in an Air Fryer?

Just like sourdough is super popular these days, so are air fryers. Air fryers are healthier than deep fat frying, yet you get the same delicious taste.

To make this french toast in an air fryer:

1. Mix up your batter, slice your bread, and spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
2. Dip the bread in the batter, place it in the air fryer basket, and fry at 400°F for 5 minutes.
3. Open the air fryer, carefully flip the french toast and fry on the other side for 5 more minutes.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings!