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    Home » Breakfast & Baking

    The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast

    Updated: Aug 28, 2021 by Verna Rindler · This post may contain affiliate links · 28 Comments

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    This is The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast you’ll ever make! So fluffy, soft, and sweet, this vegan breakfast classic is made with tofu and ready in 20 minutes.

    vegan french toast on a plate with maple syrup and berries

    Fluffy, syrupy, and sweet bites of The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast will start any morning off on the right foot! Easy to make using just a blender and a skillet, this sweet breakfast comes together in no time and is one of the best weekend treats to serve to family or when you’re hosting Sunday brunch.

    This vegan french toast recipe checks all the boxes for an easy, foolproof breakfast. It’s:

    • Kid-friendly
    • Sweet, fluffy, and filling
    • Easy to make gluten free
    • Really quick and easy!

    Made with tofu, flour, dairy free milk, and warming cinnamon, the easy batter sticks to bread like no other. The finished fried french toast is a sweet and savory treat that pairs perfectly next to a Mango Smoothie, Home Fries, Strawberry Muffins, and fresh fruit.

    Jump to:
    • Is french toast vegan?
    • Easy vegan french toast ingredients:
    • How to make french toast without eggs:
    • Tips for success
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storing and reheating vegan french toast
    • Hungry for more sweet vegan breakfast recipes?
    • The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast

    Is french toast vegan?

    You can almost always find eggs in traditional french toast recipes, meaning it isn’t vegan-friendly. To make a vegan french toast recipe, all you have to do is swap the eggs for ingredients that help bind the batter together so it sticks and soaks into the bread as it fries. I used tofu, tapioca starch, and a few flavor enhancers to get the job done!

    Easy vegan french toast ingredients:

    • Extra firm tofu - Blending tofu in with the french toast batter will thicken it and ensures it sticks to the bread.
    • Bread slices - The heartier, the better! The best vegan bread for french toast is one or two day old french bread, ciabatta, or grain bread.
    • Dairy free milk - Any kind will work.
    • Tapioca starch - To help the batter stick to the bread. Cornstarch is a great substitute.
    • Nutritional yeast - This will add some savory flavors into the batter.
    • Cinnamon - For a touch of warmth. Feel free to add more warm seasonings, like nutmeg or ginger.
    • Maple syrup - A little goes into the batter for natural sweetness, plus more on top of the finished french toast!
    vegan french toast ready to serve on a plate with syrup and fruit

    How to make french toast without eggs:

    Making an eggless french toast recipe is really easy! All you need is a blender, a non-stick pan, and a handful of ingredients. It all comes together in a few steps:

    1. Blend the tofu and the rest of the batter ingredients in a blender until it’s smooth. Pour it into a wide, shallow bowl.
    2. Melt some vegan butter or oil in a pan over medium high heat.
    3. Generously dip both sides of the sliced bread in the batter.
    4. Add 1 or 2 battered slices in the skillet to fry. Flip when golden brown, and fry the other side.
    5. Plate the finished french toast with as many toppings as you like and enjoy! For full ingredients and instructions see printable recipe card below
    Can it be made gluten free?

    Of course! All you have to do is use your favorite gluten free bread. Try to use thick and hearty slices if you can.

    step by step photos how to make vegan french toast
    maple syrup being poured over french toast with berries

    Tips for success

    • Stale bread is always the right choice because it soaks up the batter really well. Leave the bread slices out on the kitchen counter for 1 or 2 days if you don’t have state bread on hand.
    • Try not to move the slices around in the skillet as they fry. This will help each side develop a nice crust.
    • Craving vegan french toast sticks? Simply slice the finished french toast into sticks and dip in maple syrup or chocolate sauce!
    • If you’re making a big batch, keep the finished french toast warm on a baking sheet in a 200ºF oven.
    • Serve the slices immediately for the best results. They can become pretty soggy if stored for later.

    Serving suggestions

    Load the french toast with all kinds of sweet toppings, like:

    • Maple syrup
    • Powdered sugar
    • Macerated strawberries
    • Fresh fruit
    • Vegan whipped cream
    • Chocolate sauce
    • Jam

    Storing and reheating vegan french toast

    While vegan french toast is best eaten fresh, you can store the leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just reheat them in a skillet over medium heat so they can get a bit crispy again.

    To save time, you can make the batter 1 or 2 days ahead! Just keep it in a sealed container in the fridge until it’s time to eat.

    Hungry for more sweet vegan breakfast recipes?

    • Banana Waffles
    • Lemon Loaf
    • Chocolate Banana Bread
    • Buttermilk Pancakes
    • Cinnamon Rolls

    Enjoy everyone! Happy Day! Please feel free to comment below and give this recipe a rating. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

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    The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast


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    • Author: Verna
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    This is The Best and Easiest Vegan French Toast you’ll ever make! So fluffy, soft, and sweet, this vegan breakfast classic is made with tofu and ready in 20 minutes.


    Ingredients

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    For french toast:

    • 1/2 block tofu, extra firm (175 grams)
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened vegan plant milk (oat milk, almond, etc..)
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black salt (for eggy flavour optional but recommended)
    • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
    • 1/2 tablespoon tapioca starch (flour)
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon vegan butter or oil, add more as needed
    • 4-6 slices hearty bread of your choice, see notes*

    Instructions

    1. Add the tofu and the rest of ingredients (except the bread and oil) to your blender or Nutra Bullet and process until smooth. Pour the batter into a wide shallow bowl ( I use a pie plate) and set aside
    2. Preheat non stick griddle or large non stick skillet to medium high heat. Add oil or vegan butter
    3. Dip both sides of bread generously in the batter, to get a really good coating.
    4. Add battered bread to the skillet and fry for 4-5 minutes per side. Try not to move it while cooking so it develops a nice crust. If pan gets to hot turn down it down to medium heat. Once golden remove from pan and serve immediately. Repeat with rest of bread, add more butter as needed for frying.
    5. Enjoy with maple syrup, sliced bananas, fresh fruit, or Macerated Strawberries or all four, lol! For step by step photos, FAQ, tips, and suggestions see above post

    Notes

    • To store and freeze: store the leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just reheat them in a skillet over medium heat so they can get a bit crispy again.
    • I use 1 or two day old French bread (cut into 1 & 1/4 inch or so slices) or hearty grain bread for this recipe. I do not recommend soft sandwich bread for this recipe, it isn't sturdy enough
    • Make ahead: To save time, you can make the batter 1 or 2 days ahead! Just keep it in a sealed container in the fridge until it’s time to eat.
    • This recipe can easily be doubled

    Originally published April 2019, has been updated with more pictures and information. Recipe itself is unchanged

    Recipe adapted from Peta

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Breakfast & Baking, Gluten free
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: French, American , Canadian

    Keywords: vegan French toast

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    Comments

    1. Brinn

      December 05, 2021 at 8:05 am

      How much tofu is 1/2 a block? In grams 

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      • Verna

        December 06, 2021 at 6:25 am

        About 175 grams, enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Anne

      September 01, 2021 at 7:10 am

      Really tasty!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        September 01, 2021 at 7:11 am

        thank you!

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    3. Midge

      August 29, 2021 at 10:22 am

      I made tour french toast this morning ! The best ever ,especially the crispy edges!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        August 29, 2021 at 11:03 am

        So glad you enjoyed it Midge!

        Reply
    4. Lilyan

      August 04, 2021 at 7:09 am

      So i nenes ro presa the tofu befare using it?

      And Can i use con meal instead of corn starch?

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      • Verna

        August 04, 2021 at 7:43 am

        Hi Lilyan, no need to press tofu. The recipe calls for tapioca flour but I'm sure cornstarch would work. Corn meal will not work. Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Bradley F

      April 04, 2021 at 9:23 am

      I have made French toast with just egg and I much prefer your recipe with tofu. It was very good thank you

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        April 04, 2021 at 9:38 am

        thrilled you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    6. Hanna Long

      October 16, 2020 at 7:44 pm

      could i just soaked the bread overnight and then bake it ?

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      • Verna

        October 16, 2020 at 10:29 pm

        Hi Hanna this isn't an overnight French toast recipe, it would need added ingredients for that. Have a great day!

        Reply
    7. Farrah

      June 21, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      I would never have believed tofu and plant milk could replace the eggs for French toast but I am a total believer now. This recipe is amazing!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        June 21, 2020 at 9:12 pm

        Glad you enjoyed the recipe Farrah. Yes it works very well! Have a great day!

        Reply
    8. Jolene

      May 26, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      Best vegan french toast recipe I have tried! this is my go to for French toast now! just incredible! Thank you

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        May 26, 2020 at 6:39 pm

        Yay! thanks Jolene so happy you're enjoying it!

        Reply
    9. Alanna

      December 16, 2019 at 1:04 pm

      Hi, could I use silken tofu instead of firm do you think?

      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Verna

        December 16, 2019 at 2:40 pm

        Hi Alanna, I recommend using extra firm tofu. If you use silken tofu the batter won't be thick enough. Enjoy the French toast!

        Reply
    10. Heidi Boehringer

      November 01, 2019 at 6:08 pm

      Can you freeze it?

      Reply
      • Verna

        November 01, 2019 at 6:27 pm

        Hi Heidi! I have not tried freezing it as we usually eat it all or reheat leftovers the next day. I bet it would freeze just fine after it has been cooked and cooled of course, and I wouldn't freeze longer than a month or two. Have a great day Heidi!

        Reply
    11. Rita

      May 12, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      So good , thank you for this recipe

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        May 12, 2019 at 9:14 pm

        You're welcome Rita, Im so glad you liked it. Thanks so much for your comment?

        Reply
    12. Monica

      May 05, 2019 at 1:29 pm

      Really really good! My kids loved this recipe. This is the best we’ve tried. Thanks Verna

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Verna

        May 05, 2019 at 7:45 pm

        so glad you liked the recipe! thanks so much for your comment Monica

        Reply
    13. Alicia

      May 04, 2019 at 11:20 pm

      What can i substitute the tapioca starch flour with?

      Reply
      • Verna

        May 05, 2019 at 2:41 am

        HI Alicia, you can use corn starch or flour. Enjoy!?

        Reply
    14. Sarah | Well and Full

      May 03, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      This toast looks absolutely fabulous! I love those fresh berries on top 🙂

      Reply
      • Verna

        May 03, 2019 at 2:37 pm

        thanks Sarah ? it is super tasty!

        Reply

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