A delicious take on classic french toast. This cinnamon bread french toast is perfect for a simple holiday breakfast or brunch.
My family loves making this Gluten-Free french toast on Christmas morning. I make this recipe with my gluten-free cinnamon quick bread. It takes classic french toast to the next level with that extra burst of cinnamon flavor. Try this cinnamon bread french toast for a relaxing family breakfast this Christmas, or make it ahead of time and serve it for a holiday brunch.
Ingredients
- 8 slices gluten-free cinnamon bread - Try my gluten-free cinnamon quick bread recipe, or use any store-bought gluten-free cinnamon bread.
- Eggs - I have not made this recipe egg-free. Eggs are the base and help the bread soak up the creamy mixture.
- Milk - To make this recipe dairy-free use any dairy-free milk. I use oat milk because I like the smooth, creamy consistency.
- Vanilla
- Salt
- Oil or butter of your choice - I use Earth Balance for dairy-free butter.
Toppings (optional)
- Maple syrup
- Lightly sprinkled powdered sugar
- Your favorite fruit (berries, apples, pomegranates, etc.)
- Whipped cream - Try my dairy-free whipped cream recipe.
How to Make Gluten-Free French Toast
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is frothy. Set aside.
- Heat the oil or butter in a cast iron pan (paid Amazon link) on medium-high, or coat an electric griddle (paid Amazon link) with the oil and heat to medium-high.
- Once your pan is heated dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture making sure to soak it completely. Add each coated slice of bread to the preheated pan and cook until slightly browned and crispy. Flip each slice of bread and repeat. Each side should take about 5 minutes to cook. Repeat this process until all the slices of bread are cooked on both sides.
- Place the cooked french toast slices on a large serving plate.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
What Type of Gluten-Free Bread is Best for French Toast?
Any type of gluten-free store-bought or homemade bread will work. Bread with seeds and nuts are not recommended, as they may alter the taste of the french toast. Thick slices of bread work better for french toast. The bread slices should be sturdy enough for soaking up the egg mixture so they don't fall apart.
Slightly stale bread is also better. Stale bread allows the egg mixture to better absorb without the bread slices becoming soggy.
TIP: Let your bread sit out on the counter for about 30 minutes prior to cooking to dry it out a bit.
Can You Make Gluten-Free French Toast Ahead of Time?
Yes. Mix up the egg mixture the day before and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Cook the gluten-free french toast for up to 30 minutes before serving then place it on a baking sheet. Cover with foil and keep it heated in the oven at 275 degrees Fahrenheit until you're ready to serve.
How to Reheat Gluten-Free French Toast
Place cooked bread slices on a baking sheet and reheat in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 minutes, flipping each slice after 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
To reheat from frozen, place frozen bread slices on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until warm. Serve immediately.
Can You Freeze Gluten-Free French Toast for Later?
Yes. Place your cooked and cooled french toast on a baking sheet. Put the baking sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes to harden. Remove and store in a large freezer bag, or freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
If you like this recipe try my gluten-free, dairy-free pancakes.
Gluten-Free French Toast Recipe
Equipment
- Large cast iron pan or Electric griddle
- whisk
- Medium mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Large plate for serving
Ingredients
- 8 slices Gluten-free cinnamon bread Homemade or store-bought (see my recipe in notes).
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk (Dairy-Free) I use oat milk.
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 2 Tbsp Oil or butter (of your choice) I use Earth Balance for dairy-free butter.
Optional Toppings
- Maple Syrup
- Powdered Sugar
- Fruit of your choice berries, apples, pomegranates, etc.
- Whipped Cream See my dairy-free recipe below.
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and salt in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is frothy. Set aside.
- Heat the oil or butter in a cast iron pan on medium-high, or coat an electric griddle with the oil and heat to medium-high.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture making sure to soak it completely.
- Add each coated slice of bread to the preheated pan and cook until slightly browned and crispy.
- Flip each slice of bread and repeat. Each side should take about 5 minutes to cook.
- Repeat this process until all the slices of bread are cooked on both sides.
- Place the cooked french toast slices on a large serving plate.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
DID YOU MAKE THE Cinnamon Bread French Toast? Let me know how it turned out with a comment below! I love to hear from you.
Blessings, Laura xo
