Makes 4 servings | Category: Vegan Breakfast
Looking to elevate your breakfast game with a delicious vegan twist? Look no further than this mouthwatering recipe for Vanilla French Toast with Strawberry Sauce.
This delightful combination of fluffy vanilla-infused toast and luscious strawberry sauce is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you’re a vegan or simply looking to explore new plant-based recipes, this dish is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.
Get ready to indulge in a breakfast experience that is both comforting and bursting with vibrant flavors.
So let’s dive right in and discover how to create this delectable Vegan Vanilla French Toast with Strawberry Sauce!
INGREDIENTS
FRENCH TOAST:
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1 cup plain or vanilla non-dairy milk (nut-free and/or soy-free if necessary)
- ½ cup canned coconut milk (or vegan creamer)
- ½ cup chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1½ tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Vegan cooking spray (soy-free if necessary)
- 8 vegan bread slices (the thicker the better; gluten-free if necessary)
- Vanilla Whipped Cream, optional
- Powdered sugar (or xylitol) for dusting, optional
- Sliced almonds, optional
STRAWBERRY SAUCE:
- 4 cups chopped strawberries (fresh, frozen or dried)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 to 2 tablespoons agave syrup (or maple syrup; depending on sweetness preference)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water
INSTRUCTIONS
- Use a paring knife to make a slit lengthwise down the side of the vanilla bean. You don’t want to cut it in half—just split it open. Use the knife to scrape out the tiny seeds. Place the seeds in a large shallow bowl or baking dish.
- Add the non-dairy milk, coconut milk, flour, maple syrup, arrow-root, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until combined. Preheat the oven to its lowest setting. Place a cooling rack on a baking sheet. Set aside.
- Heat a large frying pan or griddle over medium heat for a couple of minutes. Spray the pan generously with cooking spray. Dip 1 or 2 slices of bread (depending on how many will fit in your pan) in the milk mixture and soak for 10 to 15 seconds on each side. Place the slices in the pan and cook until golden and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to the cooling rack and place the baking sheet in the oven to keep warm until ready to serve. Repeat with the remaining slices of bread, respraying the pan each time before adding new slices.
- To make the strawberry sauce: Combine the sauce ingredients in a small pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
- If you want, slice the pieces of toast in half diagonally before serving. To serve, place two slices of bread (or four halves) on a plate, topped with a dollop of vanilla whipped cream (if using), a scoop of strawberry sauce, and if you desire, a light dusting of powdered sugar. Sprinkle with a few sliced almonds and serve.