French Toast with Date Syrup and Strawberries Recipe
Deliciously crispy French toast made with a flavorful oat milk mixture, lightly fried in coconut oil, and topped with sweet date syrup, fresh strawberries, and whipped coconut cream. This vegan-friendly breakfast offers a perfect balance of warm spices and natural sweetness for a comforting morning treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 slices 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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French Toast Mixture
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 tablespoon ground chia seeds
- 1/2 – 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean powder
For Cooking
- 4 slices bread
- coconut oil, for frying
Toppings
- date syrup, for topping
- strawberries, for topping
- whipped coconut cream, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the soaking mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine oat milk, ground chia seeds, agave syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla bean powder. Mix well to blend all ingredients thoroughly. Refrigerate the mixture for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and chia seeds to slightly thicken the liquid.
- Heat the frying pan: Place a frying pan over medium-high heat and add a small amount of coconut oil to coat the surface. The oil will help crisp the bread and prevent sticking during frying.
- Dip and fry the bread: Quickly dip each slice of bread on both sides into the oat milk mixture, ensuring the bread absorbs the coating but does not become soggy. Immediately transfer the coated bread to the hot pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and fry the other side for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the toppings and serve: Once all slices are cooked, serve the French toast topped generously with fresh strawberries, drizzled date syrup, and a dollop of whipped coconut cream. Enjoy warm for a delightful start to your day.
Notes
- Use firm bread like brioche or challah for best texture and absorption.
- Adjust agave syrup amount to your desired sweetness.
- Do not soak bread too long in the mixture to avoid sogginess.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute bread with gluten-free bread.
- Whipped coconut cream can be prepared in advance and kept chilled.
Keywords: French toast, vegan breakfast, oat milk French toast, date syrup, strawberries, coconut cream, vegan brunch, plant-based breakfast
