Easy Sourdough French Toast with Crispy Edges
I’m Alex, and I want to show you how to make the best sourdough french toast. This recipe uses sturdy sourdough slices to create a breakfast that is crispy on the outside and perfectly custardy inside. It is a quick and easy breakfast idea, perfect for weekend brunch or using up leftover sourdough bread.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 thick slices sourdough bread (day-old works best)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for cooking
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, and salt until fully combined. This creates your rich custard base.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add half of the butter and let it melt until it foams slightly.
- Dip one slice of sourdough bread into the custard mixture, letting it soak for about 15 to 20 seconds per side. Because sourdough is sturdy, you can soak it a bit longer than regular bread to achieve that custardy center.
- Place the soaked bread onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the edges are golden brown and crispy and the center is set. Adjust heat if the outside browns too quickly.
- Repeat the process with the remaining bread slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
- Serve your homemade french toast immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Using thick slices of sourdough bread helps prevent sogginess and gives you that desired crispy edge and soft interior.
- If you are making a large batch, keep the finished slices warm on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while you cook the rest.
- For an extra buttery flavor, use a mix of butter and a neutral oil when cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 150