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Easy Sourdough French Toast: Crispy Outside, Custardy Inside

A stack of thick, golden-brown sourdough french toast slices drizzled generously with syrup.
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Use your leftover sourdough bread to make this easy sourdough French toast. This recipe delivers a restaurant-style breakfast with crispy edges and a soft, custardy center in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 thick slices sourdough bread (day-old works best)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for cooking
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt until fully combined. This creates your simple egg batter.
  2. Heat a large griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt until it foams slightly.
  3. Dip one slice of sourdough bread into the egg mixture, letting it soak for about 15 to 20 seconds per side. Sourdough is sturdy, so it can handle a good soak without getting soggy.
  4. Place the soaked bread onto the hot griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the French toast is golden brown and crispy on the edges.
  5. Remove the cooked slices and keep them warm while you cook the remaining bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  6. Serve your homemade breakfast classics immediately with warm maple syrup.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use thick-cut sourdough bread. The tanginess of the sourdough enhances the flavor profile.
  • If you prefer a richer custard, substitute whole milk with heavy cream or half-and-half.
  • This recipe is perfect for weekend brunch recipes or a quick morning meal for families.

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