A Vegan Twist on a Breakfast Classic

This plant-based French toast recipe is a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite. It proves that you can enjoy the beloved comfort of French toast while staying true to your vegan lifestyle. The plant-based brioche bread soaks up the rich, spiced batter made with Just Egg and aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg. The addition of apple pie spice, if desired, adds an extra layer of warmth and complexity to the flavor profile.

What makes this recipe so enjoyable is not only its commitment to plant-based ingredients but also the heavenly combination of textures and tastes. The French toast is perfectly crispy on the outside and wonderfully tender on the inside, while the fresh blueberries provide a burst of juiciness and color. Drizzled with grade A maple syrup, it’s a sweet, satisfying, and utterly delicious way to start your day. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or simply looking to explore more plant-based options, this recipe promises a fun and tasty breakfast experience that’ll have you craving it again and again.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of plant-based brioche bread
• 2 tablespoons vegan butter
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice (optional)
• 1 cup Just Egg (or other vegan egg substitute)
• Pinch of salt
• Grade A maple syrup, for serving
• Fresh blueberries, for topping

Instructions:

1. Prep Time: 5 minutes
2. Cook Time: 10 minutes
3. Servings: 2 (2 slices each)

Directions:

1. Preheat Your Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
2. Mix the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the Just Egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, apple pie spice (if using), and a pinch of salt until well combined. This will be your vegan French toast batter.
3. Dip and Soak: Dip each slice of plant-based brioche bread into the batter, ensuring both sides are well-coated.
4. Cook the French Toast: Add 1 tablespoon of vegan butter to the hot skillet and let it melt. Place the soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
5. Serve: Transfer the cooked French toast slices to a serving plate. Drizzle generously with grade A maple syrup and top with fresh blueberries.
6. Enjoy: Dive into your delicious plant-based French toast with a perfect balance of sweet, spiced flavors, and the freshness of blueberries.