This Sourdough Bread French Toast with Buttermilk has become a favorite in our kitchen.
Sourdough bread is often easier to digest thanks to its fermentation process, making it a great swap for conventional bread, especially for families focused on gut health.
Combine that with protein-rich eggs and the richness of buttermilk (or your favorite dairy-free option), and you’ve got a balanced start to the day that won’t spike blood sugar or inflame sensitive skin.
Best of all, it’s easy to make and customizable for picky eaters or food sensitivities.
TL;DR:
- Why this breakfast works: Sourdough is easier to digest, supports gut health, and is less inflammatory than conventional bread. This is one of our go-to eczema-friendly recipes.
- Balanced + flexible: Protein-rich eggs, optional dairy-free buttermilk, and gentle spices make this a blood-sugar–friendly, eczema-conscious breakfast.
- Result: Scroll for a simple, eczema friendly, kid-approved French toast recipe that supports skin, gut, and energy without preservatives or flare-up triggers.
Ingredients (for 4 slices):
- 4 slices sourdough bread (preferably day-old or dried overnight)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 1/2 tsp vinegar or lemon juice (to make buttermilk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp maple syrup or coconut sugar (optional)
- Butter or oil for the pan
Optional Toppings:
Fresh fruit, pure maple syrup, coconut yogurt, sunflower seed butter, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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Instructions
- Make your buttermilk:
In a measuring cup, add 1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar or lemon juice to 1/2 cup milk. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened/curdled. - Mix the custard:
In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk (your milk + vinegar mixture), vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and optional sweetener. - Soak the bread:
Dip each sourdough slice in the custard for 20–30 seconds per side, letting it soak up the mixture. - Cook it up:
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil. Cook each slice for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. - Top & serve:
Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
We love fresh berries and a spoonful of coconut yogurt for a probiotic boost!
Why this recipe Works for Eczema-Prone Families
✔️ Sourdough is easier on digestion and less inflammatory than most store-bought breads
✔️ Cinnamon adds warmth and blood sugar support
✔️ You control the ingredients. There are no added preservatives, refined sugar, or dairy (if needed)
Try it out this weekend, and let your little ones add their own toppings for a fun breakfast activity.
More Eczema-Friendly Meal Ideas
If you’re looking for more recipes that support skin healing and reduce inflammation, we’ve got you covered! Our curated nutrition guides offer easy, kid-approved meals that are gentle on the skin and gut, and most importantly are delicious!
Check out our meal guides below:
- Eczema-Friendly Breakfast Guide: Delicious and nourishing breakfast ideas to start your day right.
- Eczema-Friendly Lunch Guide: Simple, balanced meals perfect for lunchboxes or at-home meals.
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