Buttermilk French Toast

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Buttermilk French Toast
40 min.
4
340kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Buttermilk French Toast, a classic breakfast dish that transforms your morning routine into a gourmet affair. This vegetarian recipe is not only easy to prepare but also promises to tantalize your taste buds with its rich flavors and comforting textures. Imagine sinking your teeth into thick slices of challah bread, perfectly soaked in a luscious mixture of well-shaken buttermilk, eggs, sugar, and a hint of salt, creating a custardy interior that melts in your mouth.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish serves four, making it perfect for a cozy brunch with family or friends. The golden-brown exterior, achieved by cooking the bread in unsalted butter, adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft, fluffy inside. Drizzle warm maple syrup over the top, and you have a breakfast that feels like a special occasion, even on a regular weekday.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, Buttermilk French Toast is not just a treat; it's a wholesome way to start your day. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a leisurely morning meal, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to savor every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups buttermilk well-shaken
  • inch egg bread loaf - crusts (from a 1-pound loaf; not end slices)
  • large eggs 
  • servings warm maple syrup 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 4.5 tablespoons butter unsalted divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk, eggs, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Pour into a large 4-sided sheet pan, then add bread in 1 layer and soak, turning occasionally, until bread has absorbed all liquid but is not falling apart, about 20 minutes.
  4. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides.
  5. Transfer 4 bread slices with a slotted spatula to skillet and cook, turning once, until slightly puffed and golden brown, about 3 minutes total.
  6. Transfer to a large shallow baking pan and keep warm in oven. Cook remaining bread in 2 batches, adding 1 1/2 tablespoon butter between batches.

Nutrition Facts

Calories340kcal
Protein11.34%
Fat54.69%
Carbs33.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.4
Glycemic Load
12.56
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
10.646086878103%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:339.81kcal
16.99%
Fat:20.77g
31.95%
Saturated Fat:11.43g
71.41%
Carbohydrates:29.02g
9.67%
Net Carbohydrates:28.93g
10.52%
Sugar:25.62g
28.47%
Cholesterol:231.71mg
77.24%
Sodium:328.94mg
14.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.68g
19.37%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
38.88%
Selenium:20.04µg
28.63%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.9%
Phosphorus:183.32mg
18.33%
Vitamin A:820.13IU
16.4%
Vitamin D:2.42µg
16.14%
Calcium:160.8mg
16.08%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.83%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.37%
Folate:32.47µg
8.12%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.82%
Potassium:243.87mg
6.97%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.42%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.2%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.02%
Iron:1.05mg
5.83%
Magnesium:20.24mg
5.06%
Copper:0.07mg
3.4%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.63%
Vitamin K:1.56µg
1.48%
Source:Epicurious