Biscoff Sourdough French Toast

This Biscoff Sourdough French Toast is a cozy breakfast that provides protein, fibre and a ton of delicious flavour. Make it for a weekend brunch with friends or meal prep it just for yourself. The toppings are endless so it can meet the needs and preferences of anyone who enjoys it!

Why you should make this Biscoff Sourdough French Toast

Everyone should have a go-to breakfast recipe that can be made in large batches for weekends with friends and family or to set you up for quick meals during the week. This easy sourdough french toast recipe is just that!

It’s incredibly simple to put together so it won’t take a lot of time out of your morning. Just blend all of the ingredients together, soak the stale sourdough bread in it and cook until golden. It’s that easy!

The Biscoff spread adds a layer of rich flavour that takes this meal to the next level. Once it’s paired with vanilla and cinnamon and cooked until it all caramelizes, you will want to make this recipe again and again!

Whether you decide to throw this together on the weekend or in preparation for a busy week ahead, this sourdough bread french toast is sure to be a winner!

 

Ingredients needed

Here are all the ingredients you need to make this delicious french toast:

• Slices of sourdough bread, ideally a few days old or slightly stale
• Large eggs
• Milk
• Biscoff spread
• Vanilla extract
• Cinnamon
• Butter or oil for greasing the pan or skillet
• Any toppings you would like (see below for suggestions)

 

Substitutions

If you don’t have some of the suggested ingredients or you would like to make some adjustments, here are a few of my recommended substitutions:

• Homemade sourdough bread
  • If you prefer to make your own sourdough bread instead of using store-bought, way to go and all the power to you!
• Whole milk
  • I typically use 2% dairy milk but if you would rather use whole milk, this will just make the mixture even creamier – delish!
• Plant-based milk
  • Using a plant-based milk in this recipe will absolutely work! My favourite is soy milk because it provides similar amounts of protein per serving as dairy milk. Almond or oat milk provide much less protein. However, in terms of accessibility and ease, use whatever one you like and have available.
• Nut butter
  • Instead of Biscoff, you can absolutely incorporate a nut butter. Peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, pistachio butter… these would all be absolutely scrumptious in this recipe!
• Brown sugar, maple syrup or honey
  • If you like a sweeter french toast, feel free to add 1-2 teaspoons of brown sugar, maple syrup or honey into the wet ingredients before blending.

 

How to make Biscoff Sourdough French Toast

Now that we have all of the ingredients, or substitutions, together, let’s get started on making the french toast!

1. Place the eggs, milk, Biscoff spread, vanilla extract and cinnamon in a blender and blend on high until the mixture is smooth. This typically takes roughly 10 seconds, depending on the power of your blender.
2. Place this egg mixture in a shallow baking dish, big enough to fit a piece of bread.
3. Start with one of the slices of sourdough bread and dip it in the egg mixture, soaking up the moisture for about 10-20 seconds. Flip and repeat on the other side of the bread.
4. Grease a frying pan or skillet with butter or cooking spray over medium heat. 
5. Transfer the soaked piece of bread to the prepared pan or skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. If your pan or skillet is large enough, you may be able to fit and cook multiple slices of sourdough at the same time.
6. Once all of the bread is cooked, transfer to a clean plate, top with your desired ingredients and enjoy!

 

Make it into a french toast casserole!

If you want to mix it up from the classic french toast and create a french toast casserole instead, here’s how to do that! 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8”x8” baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Place the eggs, milk, Biscoff spread, vanilla extract and cinnamon in a blender and blend on high until the mixture is smooth. Pour this into a large bowl.
3. Rip or chop the crusty sourdough bread into slightly larger than bite sized pieces and toss them into the wet ingredients until all of the bread is torn apart and in the bowl. Using a wooden spoon, mix the bread into the egg mixture until each piece of the bread is soaked through.
4. Transfer this to the greased 8×8” baking dish and sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar evenly across the casserole. Bake for 30-40 minutes uncovered, or until the bread has started to turn a golden brown and there are some crispy pieces. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before you serve it. Finish it off with your desired toppings and enjoy! 

 

Toppings

Here are some toppings you may want to try to really elevate this sourdough french toast and make it your own!

• Extra Biscoff spread or nut/seed butter (ex. peanut butter, almond butter, pistachio butter, Nutella, etc.)
• Greek yogurt (plain or flavoured)
• Whipped cream
• Sliced banana
• Fresh berries
• Chopped apples
• Crumbled Biscoff cookies
• Cinnamon sugar
• Maple syrup or honey
• A smear of butter

 

Nutrition information

As a dietitian, the majority of my original recipes are nutrient dense so they support your overall health. However, it’s very important to also include foods that provide joy and comfort. Luckily, this recipe does both! 

Per 2 slices of this Biscoff Sourdough French Toast (although highly dependent on the type of sourdough bread you use):

• 18 grams of protein
• 2 grams of fibre
• A variety of B vitamins
• A significant source of calcium and iron
• A variety of other vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, phosphorus, selenium, zinc and more!

 

Dietary considerations

I try to create recipes that can be made in multiple ways to suit various dietary restrictions. Here are some suggestions to make this french toast recipe meet your needs:

• Gluten free: opt for a gluten-free bread that has a soft middle and delicious crust. Additionally, instead of Biscoff spread, which contains wheat, use a nut butter like peanut butter, almond butter or nutella.
• Lactose free: use lactose-free milk or a plant-based milk instead of dairy milk.
• Dairy free: use a plant-based milk like soy, almond or oat milk.

 

In case you didn’t know, Biscoff spread is dairy free and vegan! This recipe is already vegetarian and nut free.

FAQ

• Can sourdough be used for french toast?
  • Absolutely! Sourdough has a crunchy and crispy crust with soft dough on the inside so it makes a great bread to soak up the egg mixture and isn’t soggy when it’s cooked.
• Should I toast my bread for french toast?
  • Ideally, the bread you use is a few days old or a little stale. This way, the bread will soak up a lot of the egg mixture. However, if you have fresh sourdough bread, you can always very lightly toast it before soaking it in the wet ingredients.
• How do you make french toast crispy and not soggy?
  • To make sure your French toast stays crispy, there are a few considerations:
  • Don’t soak the bread for too long! I recommend about 10-20 seconds on each side. Soaking for too long will result in an oversaturated bread, which would make it difficult to cook it to the desired texture.
  • When you’re cooking the bread, make sure you don’t overcrowd the pan or skillet. Give each piece of toast at least an inch on all sides. This will help make it crispier.
  • Make sure the pan or skillet is at the correct temperature. If it’s too low, the bread will take forever to cook and it may become too soggy. If it’s too high, the outer edges of the bread can burn but the inside will be mushy. Cooking at medium-low or medium heat is best.
• Can I make french toast with brown bread?
  • You can absolutely make French toast with brown bread! Follow the recipe as instructed.
• How do I make french toast for one person?
  • This recipe calls for 4 slices of sourdough bread. Depending on your appetite, this may be enough for 1 person. However, if you want to reduce it further, you can cut the recipe in half and it should work well, making enough for 2 slices of French toast.
• How do I make french toast for a crowd?
  • Feel free to double, triple or quadruple this recipe to suit your needs!

 

More warm breakfast ideas!

• Harvest Apple Cinnamon Nut Bars
• Pumpkin Oatmeal Pancakes
• Almond Flour Banana Pancakes
• Raspberry Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
• Blueberry Protein Oatmeal
• Peanut Butter and Banana High Protein Oatmeal
• Pear Almond Baked Oatmeal

 

If you make this Biscoff Sourdough French Toast, I would love to see your comment and rating below. It also makes my day seeing your creations of my recipes on Instagram- don’t forget to tag @allnutrition.rd!