Who doesn’t love French toast? If you know someone who doesn’t, don’t trust them. J/k… but not really. Sweet, sweet bread aka the best breakfast hack – quick eggs on bread with half the effort. Obviously it’s an early morning go-to! Made with healthier subs like almond milk, coconut oil and fresh-squeezed orange juice, this french toast recipe is sure to be an instant fav!

Relax and prep your taste buds for this tasty healthy version. Recipe below:

The Best Healthy French Toast

Serving Size: 4, 2 slices each

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of thick-cut bread (I like sourdough, challah or whole-grain)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (plus more for topping)
• 2 tsp coconut oil

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, almond milk, orange juice, vanilla, almond extract, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup.
2. Place half of mixture into a shallow dish.
3. Add bread 4 slices at a time and allow to soak for 2 minutes on each side.
4. Cook over medium heat with coconut oil for 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked until desired taste.
5. Repeat with remaining 4 slices and egg mixture.
6. Serve immediately with maple syrup, fruit or toppings of choice.

This video was originally posted on The Healthy Maven’s Youtube channel. For more recipes, visit https://www.youtube.com/user/thehealthymaven.