No eggs? No problem! This easy vegan French toast cooks in a mug in about two minutes. Even on busy mornings you can enjoy a simple, cinnamon-spiced breakfast that’s egg-free and delicious.
French toast is a comfort classic, but you don’t need eggs to make a satisfying version. This mug recipe uses a flax-and-milk mixture to replace eggs and comes together quickly for a warm, tender breakfast.
Why you will love this vegan French toast
- Egg-free but still rich and flavorful.
- Quick and easy to prepare—perfect for hectic mornings.
- Made in a mug, so it’s portable and portion-friendly.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Bread: Use your favorite bread. Day-old or slightly stale bread absorbs the mixture without becoming too mushy. Gluten-free, whole grain, or regular sandwich bread all work.
- Milk: Almond milk is used here, but any plant-based milk—or regular milk—will do.
- Flax meal: Ground flax mixed with milk acts as the egg substitute and helps the mixture thicken.
- Cinnamon: Optional but recommended for warm flavor.
- Vanilla: Adds depth and sweet aroma to the custard mixture.
How to make this vegan mug French toast
Whisk the milk, ground flax meal, cinnamon and vanilla together until combined. Chill for 10–15 minutes so the mixture thickens slightly.
While the mixture thickens, cut the bread into bite-sized pieces. Divide the pieces between two microwave-safe mugs (or use one larger bowl).
Pour the thickened milk mixture over the bread, stir gently to coat, then microwave each mug for about 1 minute 30 seconds (microwave power varies). Allow to cool briefly before serving.
Expert tips
- Use day-old bread: Slightly stale bread soaks up the custard without falling apart.
- Stovetop option: For a more traditional texture, dip slices in the mixture and cook in a skillet until golden.
- Customize: Stir in berries, nuts or chocolate chips before heating, or top with fresh fruit and extra maple syrup.
- Adjust microwaving time: Microwaves vary—if it looks underdone, heat in 15-second increments until fluffy and heated through.
Other vegan breakfast ideas
- Vegan Apple Cinnamon Waffles
- Overnight Cherry Oatmeal
- Easy Strawberry Chia Jam
- Blueberry Smoothie
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
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2 Minute Vegan Cinnamon French Toast in a Mug
Ingredients
- 3 pieces bread of choice
- 2/3 c almond milk (or any milk)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 T ground flax meal
- 2 tsp maple syrup, plus more for serving
- Dash of sea salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the milk, ground flax, cinnamon, vanilla and maple syrup.
- Chill the mixture for 10–15 minutes so it thickens.
- Cut the bread into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
- Divide the bread between two small microwave-safe mugs (or use one larger bowl).
- Pour half the chilled mixture over each mug of bread and stir gently to coat all pieces.
- Microwave each mug for about 1 minute 30 seconds, adjusting time as needed.
- Let cool for about 30 seconds, then drizzle with maple syrup and add berries if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best: It soaks up the mixture without becoming overly soggy.
- Stovetop alternative: Dip slices in the mixture and cook in a skillet for a traditional texture.
- Mix-ins and toppings: Add fruit, nuts or chocolate chips before cooking, or top with fresh fruit and extra maple syrup.
- Microwave times vary: If needed, heat in 15-second increments until done.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline.
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