I’ve made vegan French toast using a chia egg before, but I know that chia seeds aren’t everyone’s favourite. And I recently picked up some Oggs liquid egg replacer, I was struggling to choose what to make with it. Then I thought it was time for an updated French toast recipe. I don’t know if I was feeling like choosing more indulgent options just because it’s nearly Christmas, but my French toast quickly became a chocolate French toast recipe.
French toast? Made with eggs, milk and butter usually? But vegan and gluten free? Yes.
Nutritional Information
I’m not going to focus too much on the vitamins and minerals for this one as there are too many variables. Depending on the brand of bread, dairy alternative brands etc, the information could fluctuate a lot.
However, this recipe contains approximately 211 kcal per serving, 3g of fibre and 7g of protein (bread choices can make this fluctuate massively). It’s also a source of several B vitamins.
Egg replacer
The egg replacer says 50ml is the equivalent of one egg. I wanted the equivalent of 1 large egg, so opted for 60ml instead. The brand I opted for is simply a conveniently packaged aquafaba, so you can use that instead if you can’t get your hands on the carton.
If you want to try alternatives, it will definitely work with a chia or flax egg, although they do alter the taste and texture more. I’ve never tried this with a powdered egg replacer. Let me know how it turns out if you try it!
Vegan chocolate French Toast Recipe
A vegan and gluten free alternative to the classic French toast made with vegan egg replacer and chocolate for a more indulgent breakfast.
This recipe is vegan, gluten free, dairy free and nut free. It does contain soy.
Vegan chocolate French toast recipe
Ingredients
- 60 ml Oggs egg replacer or aquafaba
- 40 ml chocolate soy milk
- 20 ml vegan double cream I used Elmlea Plant
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 thick slices GF bread
- 1 tbsp vegan butter
- Icing sugar chopped nuts and berries to serve (optional)
Instructions
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Whisk together the vegan egg replacer, milk, cream, vanilla and cocoa powder. Lay the bread slices in a single layer in a shallow dish and pour the liquid mixture over them. Allow to soak for 2-3 mins, then carefully turn over and soak for 2 mins more.
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Heat the vegan butter in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat until foaming. Carefully lift 2 slices of the soaked bread out of the dish and add to the frying pan. Fry for 3 mins on each side, until golden and crisp, then place on a plate, ready to serve. Add any toppings you wish.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Yes, the cuisine box says Italian, not French. This dish dates back to the Roman Empire.
Are you guys fans of French toast? What do you think of the idea of a chocolate French toast recipe?
And did you know that French toast isn’t actually French?
Until next time,
Sophie
Chocolate for breakfast is something I can always go for. This looks so good!
I just love french toast, one of my favourites! I didn’t know it wasn’t french. This recipe looks fabulous
French toast is something I’ve always wanted to try and make for myself, your recipe sounds amazing Sophie! x
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This looks and sounds delicious! Perfect for those who or require a vegan GF diet.
I always learn new recipes from your posts. This is a delicious one to have with the family. Thanks for sharing.
I love the idea of chocolate French Toast — it seems like such a special breakfast or treat that’s perfect for this time of year!
This sounds utterly delicious! I will need to make this for breakfast one morning this week.
French toast is indulgent already – I’ve never thought of making chocolate French toast. This looks great, Sophie!
I love me a good french toast, and then you make it chocolate AND vegan! I’m looking forward to trying this!
I adore French toasts❤
Ooh I’ve never heard of chocolate french toast before! It looks delicious. Great recipe ideas, as always!
This looks amazing- it’s making my mouth water. I love french toast s a chocolate version would be my perfect breakfast. Adding pecan nuts and strawberries is a great idea too.
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This looks delicious. I need to cook this one very soon haha. Thank you for sharing it!
Fantastic recipes, I love this 🙂 the nutritional info really helps with knowing what’s in it and what any bakers want to know before they indulge! x
I haven’t had french toast in absolute years. Chocolate french toast sounds so good though, definitely quite a nice breakfast to have for a Christmas morning if you want something more sweet. I didn’t know that it was not French either! xx
This looks delicious, I love french toast xx
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Pairing your totally scrumptious Chocolate French Toast with fresh strawberries is so perfect. YUM!
Mmmm, what a treat! I love having French toast whenever I can, but have never tried it with chocolate. Better yet that it’s vegan – looks so yummy!
This looks delicious! I had no idea French toast wasn’t actually French though, haha! It’s not something I have very often but I agree it would be great for a festive treat! 🙂
Hope that you are having a great week! It’s a wet and stormy one here, summer rains have arrived!
Yum! Deffo trying this. I made tofu scramble the other day and love it but have only ever had savory vegan French toast. Can’t beat chocolate for brekkie.
Helen
This looks delicious! 🙂