French Toast Recipe with Sourdough Bread

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Prep: 3 min · Cook: 12 min · Original yield: 2-4

Ingredients

Batches1Original yield: 2-4
  • loaf crusty sourdough bread½
  • eggs5
  • coconut milk1 cup
  • vanilla extract1 tablespoon
  • cinnamon1 tablespoon
  • ghee6 tablespoons

Method

  1. Slice the bread into 8 slices.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Drench the bread in the mixture, allowing it to soak for 2 minutes per piece.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of ghee to the skillet.
  4. Working in batches of 1–2 slices each, fry the drenched bread until crispy, 3–4 minutes per side. Add more ghee to the skillet in between batches.
  5. Serve hot with butter and maple syrup or fruit.

Swaps & notes

Top with the fruit of your choosing for some added flavor and another boost of vitamins and minerals. If you don't have sourdough on hand, you can of course use this same recipe by swapping in another type of bread.