Name: Easy Vegan French Toast
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp cornstarch ((cornstarch helps the batter crisp up // we haven’t tested other starches)); 0.5 cup almond milk ((we also think you could use oat or coconut milk)); 2 tsp maple syrup (null); 1 tsp vanilla extract (null); 0.125 tsp black salt ((kala namak — adds eggy flavor // or sub sea salt)); 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon (null); 1 tbsp mashed ripe banana ((adds a custard-like texture and subtle banana flavor // omit if you don’t like banana flavor)); 1 dash ground turmeric ((optional // for color)); 2 large pieces sturdy day-old sourdough bread ((we recommend sourdough)); 2 tsp vegan butter ((we like Miyoko’s with a hint of salt)); null null nut butter or vegan butter ((we like Miyoko’s with a hint of salt // or sub nut butter)); null null fruit of choice ((sliced bananas, fresh berries, or compote)); null null maple syrup (null); null null organic powdered sugar (null); null null coconut whipped cream (null)

Instructions

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BATTER: In a shallow bowl or baking dish, add cornstarch (3 tbsp), then slowly add in almond milk (0.5 cup) while whisking fully to ensure no clumps. Then add maple syrup (2 tsp), vanilla extract (1 tsp), black salt (0.125 tsp) (or sea salt), ground cinnamon (0.5 tsp), mashed ripe banana (1 tbsp), and ground turmeric (1 dash) (optional for color). Whisk again to combine.
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Next, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
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DIP: In the meantime, add your pieces sourdough bread (2 large) slices to the batter and soak on each side for ~15-20 seconds. They shouldn’t be super soggy, but should be well coated. Option to dust each side with a bit more [ground cinnamon].
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COOK: Add vegan butter (2 tsp) to the hot skillet and as many pieces of French toast as will fit comfortably. Cook for ~2 minutes, or until the underside is golden brown. Then flip with a fork or spatula and cook for 2 minutes more, or until both sides are golden brown and caramelized. Repeat as needed until all French toast is prepared.
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SERVING: Serve as is, or (our preferred) with [nut butter or vegan butter], [fruit of choice], and [maple syrup]. You could also sprinkle with [organic powdered sugar] or add [coconut whipped cream] for a more decadent touch.
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STORAGE: Best when fresh. Not freezer friendly. You can make the batter up to 2 days in advance, though best when fresh. Enjoy!