This Buttermilk French Toast is my go-to weekend breakfast. It is made by dipping slices of stale bread in egg buttermilk custard and pan-fried until they are crispy golden brown from the outside and fluffy from the inside.
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Buttermilk French Toast
This French toast recipe is incredibly easy and Sooo delicious! Buttermilk gives a soft and fluffy texture to the French toast and a delicious taste as well.
Also, It take around 10-20 minutes top to whip up on your own, and that doesn't sound so bad, right?
I prefer to cook my French toast slowly on medium heat because, on high heat, the edges will get crispy faster, but the middle will remain soggy.
The recipe is highly customizable with your choice of toppings or syrup.
Buttermilk French Toast Ingredients
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Buttermilk: I used a store- bought buttermilk. However, you can easily make it at home add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to a whole cup of milk, stir and set it aside for 10-15 minutes until curdled.
Bread slices: Bread slices: I used regular white bread. However, you can use whole wheat bread, sourdough or baguette if you like. I also recommend using a day-old bread because it absorbs the custard better. As for the bread thickness, I used medium-thickness bread slices.
Granulated sugar: I used just 3 tablespoons to add some sweetness; you may use brown sugar instead.
Eggs: I used 3 large eggs to make the custard.
Salt: To taste
Butter: I prefer unsalted butter.
Note: You can add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract or almond extract to the custard to flover it.
Step-By-Step Instructions
One: Mix together eggs, buttermilk, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl to make the custard.
Two: Dunk the bread slices and make sure they are coated nicely with the egg mixture.
Three: Proceed to heat the butter in a large non-stick pan over medium heat before adding the bread slices.
Four: Transfer the bread slices onto the pan once you think the pan is hot enough. Don't bombard the pan all at once, but patiently cook the bread in batches.
Five: Cook one side for 1-2 minutes before flipping the bread onto the other side. Continue to cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes. When the French toast looks golden brown, take it off the pan and transfer it onto a plate and serve with your favorite toppings.
TA-da, Your scrumptious morning breakfast is ready in no time.
Serving Suggestions
Drizzle any good old syrup you may have at home. Traditional maple, chocolate or some honey, what's your pick?
Okay, maybe syrups are too sweet for you. In that case, try this recipe with Mango Compote or Blackberry Simple Syrup.
If all else fails, fruits are a perfect way to start your day. I like to grab any fruits I have, such as grapes, berries, strawberries, peaches or melons, slice them up and color away my French toast.
None of the above? It's okay; some powdered sugar dusted on top of these toasties will do just the trick.
Storage
Seal the toast in an airtight container or plastic bag and keep in the fridge, it will last about 3-4 days. If you want it to last longer, plop it in the freezer after placing some wax paper in between the toast to avoid it from sticking.
Reheating
The easiest and simplest way, of course, is to microwave it.
You can also use the oven. Just place a baking sheet under the toast and set the temperature to about 180C / 350F and reheat for 10 minutes or so. Don't forget to flip the toast to the other side like you would on a pan.
If you have an air-fryer, though, that will get you the best crispiness.
More French Toast Recipe
- Strawberry Banana French Toast
- Basic French Toast For Two
- Easy Overnight French Toast Bake
- Super Easy Sourdough French Toast
- Cinnamon French Toast Bites Recipe
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Recipe Card
Buttermilk French Toast
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk , well-shaken
- 3 tablespoon sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 8 bread slices
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter , divided
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mix together eggs, buttermilk, sugar, and salt, dunk the bread slices into the mixture.
- Heat the butter in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
- Transfer the bread slices to the pan (cook the bread in batches) and cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip on the other side and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Whitney says
I made this recipe twice; it is so good, especially with chocolate sauce.
Heidi says
Much healthier for the stomach. I love the recipe!