Classic French Toast
Custardy French toast with golden edges and a soft center. White bread soaked in eggs and milk delivers 9g of protein with just 1g of fiber—one of the gentlest hot breakfasts for active flares.
Classic French Toast
Custardy French toast with golden edges and a soft center. White bread soaked in eggs and milk delivers 9g of protein with just 1g of fiber—one of the gentlest hot breakfasts for active flares.
Ingredients
- Moderate FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
Instructions
Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl until well combined.
Equipment: shallow bowl, whiskHeat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until it melts and begins to foam gently.
medium heatEquipment: non-stick skillet, spatulaDip each bread slice into the egg mixture, turning to coat both sides. Let it soak for 5-10 seconds per side to absorb the custard.
Tip: Don't oversoak or the bread will fall apartLift the bread and let excess egg mixture drip back into the bowl, then place the slice in the warm skillet.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until the edges turn golden brown and the bottom develops a light crust.
Flip with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden and the center feels set when gently pressed.
Transfer to a plate and serve warm with maple syrup or honey.
Notes
Bread choice
Use soft white bread with less than 2g fiber per slice. Look for enriched white bread, brioche, or challah. Avoid whole grain, seeded, or multigrain breads which are too high in fiber for flares.
Dairy-free option
Swap butter for coconut oil or olive oil, and use almond milk or oat milk instead of lactose-free milk. Both options are equally gentle on the gut and maintain the same soft texture.
Toppings
Maple syrup and honey are both safe toppings. During flares, skip fresh berries and stick to smooth applesauce or a light dusting of powdered sugar. SCD followers should use honey only (maple syrup is not SCD-legal).
Storage
French toast is best eaten fresh. Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a toaster or warm skillet over low heat to prevent drying out.
Make-ahead
You can prepare the egg mixture the night before and store it covered in the fridge. Give it a quick whisk before dipping bread in the morning.
IBD Considerations
Diet Protocol Compliance
How this recipe fits common IBD dietary approaches
