Cracker Barrel French Toast with Sourdough Recipe
This Cracker Barrel-inspired French Toast recipe uses hearty sourdough bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture and pan-fried to golden perfection. It yields a deliciously rich and comforting breakfast ideal for family gatherings or weekend brunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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French Toast
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and smooth.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of sourdough bread into the egg mixture, gently pressing down to ensure it soaks up as much liquid as possible without falling apart.
- Heat the pan and cook: Melt 1 to 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet or pan over medium-low heat. Place the soaked bread slices in the pan and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Add more butter to the pan as needed to prevent sticking and develop a rich crust.
- Serve warm: Remove the cooked French toast from the pan and serve immediately while warm. Enhance with maple syrup and a light dusting of powdered sugar for the classic finish.
Notes
- Use day-old sourdough bread for best soaking and texture.
- Adjust cinnamon and sugar quantities to taste.
- Cook on medium-low heat to avoid burning the butter and ensure even cooking.
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar are optional but recommended for authentic flavor.
Keywords: Cracker Barrel French Toast, Sourdough French Toast, Breakfast recipe, Pan-fried French Toast, Cinnamon vanilla French Toast
