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Slices of berries and gluten-free French toast on plate.

Gluten-Free French Toast (Dairy-Free)


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5 from 2 reviews

  • Author: Felicia Lim
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy on the outside, soft and custardy inside, this delicious gluten-free French toast is an indulgent way to start the day. Topped with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and fresh berries, it’s perfect for a luxurious breakfast or brunch, birthdays or holidays such as Mother’s Day. Dairy-free too!


Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Prepare Dipping Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Dip Bread into Mixture: Dip the slices of gluten-free bread into the egg and milk mixture, making sure they are fully coated on both sides. Soak the bread for a few seconds, but not too long so they don’t become too soggy and fall apart.
  3. Melt Butter:  In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt some butter.
  4. Cook Bread Slices: Place the soaked bread slices in the hot skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked on both sides, remove the gluten-free French toasts from the skillet. You can leave the slices whole or cut each slice into 2 triangles and serve them hot with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, and berries.

Notes

Milk: I like using an unsweetened version of my homemade almond milk, but storebought will work just as well. Alternatively, you can also use other unsweetened non-dairy milk (such as cashew milk, rice milk, tigernut milk, oat milk etc). If you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use regular milk instead.

Sugar: I used white sugar, but cane sugar or light brown sugar will work just as well. If you are diabetic or insulin-resistant, I highly recommend using granulated monkfruit sweetener (a 1:1 sugar substitute that is zero glycemic index and will not raise your blood sugar).

Vanilla Extract: I like adding a bit of vanilla extract for extra flavor.

Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds a nice touch to the French toast, so I highly recommend that you add it in.

Bread: I used gluten-free white bread (storebought or homemade will work!). Alternatively, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use regular white bread instead.

Butter: I used unsalted dairy-free butter to keep this recipe dairy-free. However, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use regular unsalted butter instead.

Storing: To store, place any leftover French toast in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat the French toast in a skillet before serving.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Western