golden brown slices of french toast with a dollop of sour cream and berries on a plate

French toast

french toast with sour cream

By Amelia Earhart

Published: 17 Mar 2025

This isn't your grandma's French toast—unless your grandma was a culinary genius! This recipe takes a classic breakfast staple and elevates it with a surprising secret ingredient: sour cream. Yes, really! The sour cream adds an unexpected depth of flavor and creates the creamiest, most decadent French toast you've ever tasted. Trust me on this one. I’ve made hundreds of batches of French toast, and this one is a new favorite for sure!
Close up shot of a slice of French toast drizzled with syrup and topped with fruit
I stumbled upon this recipe during a weekend brunch with friends. One of them brought this recipe, and it was a total game changer. Since then, this recipe has become a staple in my house. It's so incredibly versatile; you can customize it to your liking. I mean, I've even had this with just a touch of peanut butter. Try that, and let me know what you think. We’re here to have fun, after all!
A person enjoying a plate of French toast with a happy expression

Required Equipments

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • 8-inch skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing spoons
  • Measuring cups and spoons

French-Toast-with-Sour-Cream

This recipe for French toast with sour cream is unbelievably rich and creamy, thanks to the addition of tangy sour cream. It's a simple recipe but makes a big impression!

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes

Total Time:

🍽 Ingredients

📖 Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sour cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Make sure the mixture is well-combined and slightly frothy. Don't be afraid to really get in there and whisk – it makes a difference I swear!
  2. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated. Try to avoid over-soaking the bread; you want it coated, not soggy. A quick dip and flip is usually enough! Aim for about 10 seconds per side.
  3. Heat your 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add a pat (about 1 tbsp) of butter to the skillet. Once the butter is melted and foamy, carefully place the soaked bread slices into the hot pan. Don't overcrowd the pan; work in batches if necessary, okay?
  4. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the French toast is golden brown and cooked through. Use a spatula to gently flip the slices; if they stick, give it a moment longer or use a little more butter or oil. It's okay if they're not perfect!
  5. Once cooked, remove the French toast from the skillet and place it on a plate. Serve immediately. Top with your favorite fruits, syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream, or maybe even a drizzle of honey or chocolate. Yummy!

📝 Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
  • Make sure your bread slices are not too thin or they may fall apart when you soak them in the batter.
  • This recipe can be adapted to use other types of bread, or even leftover cake!

🍎 Nutrition

Calories: 300 kcal

Protein: 8 g

Fat: 15 g

Carbohydrates: 30 g

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 80 mg

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