Description
Enjoy a decadent breakfast or brunch treat with this Nutella French Toast recipe. Using sourdough bread layered with creamy Nutella, soaked in a vanilla-infused almond milk custard, and pan-fried to golden perfection, this dish is sweet, rich, and easy to make in just 10 minutes. Garnished with fresh strawberries and a dusting of cacao powder or powdered sugar, it’s a delightful way to start your day.
Ingredients
Bread and Spread
- 4 slices of sourdough bread
- 3-4 tbsp Nutella
Custard Mixture
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup almond milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Cooking and Garnish
- 1-2 teaspoons coconut oil or preferred oil/butter for frying
- Strawberries for garnish
- Cacao powder or icing sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a deep bowl, whisk together the egg, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined, creating a smooth custard egg mixture.
- Spread Nutella on bread: Take each slice of sourdough bread and spread about one tablespoon or less of Nutella evenly. Adjust the amount based on your preference for sweetness and bread size.
- Form Nutella sandwiches: Stick the slices together with the Nutella sides facing inward to create two Nutella-filled sandwiches.
- Soak the sandwiches: Dip each sandwich one at a time into the custard mixture. Let it soak for 1-2 minutes on each side to thoroughly coat the bread without making it too soggy.
- Pan-fry the French toast: Heat 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil or preferred cooking fat in a frying pan over medium heat. Place the soaked sandwiches in the pan and cook for a few minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Serve and garnish: Slice each sandwich in half to reveal the melted Nutella inside. Dust with cacao powder or powdered sugar, garnish with fresh strawberries, and serve immediately for a warm, indulgent breakfast.
Notes
- Use thick slices of bread like sourdough for best results as they hold the custard well without breaking apart.
- Do not soak the sandwiches for too long, or the bread may become too soggy and difficult to handle.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice depending on dietary preferences.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut oil or vegan butter for frying.
- Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg in the custard for added warm spice flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
