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Sourdough French Toast with Warm Maple Cinnamon Syrup

  • Author: Saly
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A delicious and practical breakfast recipe that uses stale sourdough bread to create crispy, custardy French toast topped with a warm maple cinnamon syrup. It’s a zero-waste, budget-friendly meal perfect for families.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large loaf stale sourdough bread, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for syrup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for syrup)
  • 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (to thin syrup)

Instructions

  1. If the sourdough bread is not stale, slice it and leave it out on a wire rack for 24 hours to dry out. Slice into 1-inch thick pieces.
  2. In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  3. Place a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, letting it melt and foam slightly.
  4. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, soaking for 10-15 seconds on each side. Let excess drip off.
  5. Place the soaked bread in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
  6. While the toast cooks, combine maple syrup, 1 tablespoon butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until warm and fragrant. Thin with milk or cream if necessary.
  7. Serve the hot toast stacked on plates, drizzled generously with the warm maple cinnamon syrup.

Notes

Stale bread is essential for the best texture; fresh bread will become mushy. If you are in a hurry, you can dry fresh bread in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes. Cook on medium-low heat to ensure the inside is cooked through without burning the outside. For a make-ahead option, dip the bread and refrigerate overnight before cooking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 slices of French t
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 420
  • Fat: 16
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 42
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 14

Keywords: sourdough french toast, stale bread recipe, breakfast ideas, maple cinnamon syrup, zero waste cooking, family breakfast, easy french toast

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