Recipe

Up Your Brunch Game with This Sweet and Savory French Toast Sandwich

By Soomin Suh at University of California – Berkeley

This recipe is perfect for days when you have extra time in the morning to treat yourself. The combination of sweet jam, maple syrup, nutty peanut butter, and the richness of the runny egg yolk all sandwiched between two slices of French toast is heavenly. The flavors don’t clash, but rather work harmoniously to give you a sweet and savory French toast egg sandwich. What are you waiting for? Try it out.

Sweet and Savory French Toast Egg Sandwich

  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 minutes
  • Servings: 1
  • Easy
Ingredients
  • 2 slices bread
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon jam
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

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Step 1

Mix one egg and milk into bowl — whisk until fully combined.

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Step 2

Place slices of bread into egg and milk mixture, making sure each side is coated.

#SpoonTip: Let the bread soak on each side for at least 15 seconds to allow for mixture to fully seep in.

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Step 3

Using a lightly oiled pan, toast slices of bread until just golden brown.

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Step 4

Fry second egg so that yolk is still runny.

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Step 5

Slather on thick layer of peanut butter and jam on French toast slices.

#SpoonTip: Use powdered peanut butter for a light, yet nutty taste.

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Step 6

Place egg on top of jam, and put bread slices together to make a sandwich. Pour maple syrup on top and cut in half. Enjoy.

#SpoonTip: Top with fruit for added freshness. 

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