Baileys Irish Cream French Toast

Baileys Irish cream French toast is a richly flavored, happy comfort food breakfast. A sweet option for brunch, holidays, Valentines, and your random Tuesday.

recipe originally published February 14, 2012

 

 

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   2. Zero proof option
   3. Tips for the best French toast
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Why you'll love this recipe

A tasty twist on a classic comfort food breakfast, Baileys French toast is for cozy weekend breakfast or brunch.

• Flavor: Dairy free Baileys Irish cream gives this an additional warming sweet layer of flavor.
• Texture: This gives crispy edges and a soft middle, as all French toast should.
• Method: An egg free French toast recipe is just as easy as a traditional recipe. Silken tofu replaces the egg, and the custard is blended just as quick as whisking up classic French toast custard.

As one reader says, ★★★★★ "This is our family breakfast during Christmas, because we always make your dairy-free Baileys for gifts. The scent of this French toast is as holiday to me as our live fir tree!"

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Irish cream French toast

This Baileys French toast recipe uses dairy free Bailey's Irish cream and steeped black tea. If I don't have tea or don't want to make it, the same amount of dairy free milk works in place of the tea. Choose a thick sliced bread for the fluffiest, most delicious French toast. This one reminds me of my Grandpa Z's French toast...

If you like unique French toast recipes, pumpkin bread French toast is among our favorite breakfast recipes.

Zero proof option

If you don't want to use Irish cream liqueur, Irish cream syrup works well to get that flavor! Add a couple tablespoons to the custard mixture in place of the Bailey's in this recipe.

 

Tips for the best French toast

• Prepare the griddle! You want the griddle to be hot before you add the French toast slices.
• Thick bread Even day old bread is good. A thicker bread and thicker custard mean no soggy French toast.
• Cook well before flipping Again, nobody wants soggy French toast. Make sure it is cooked through on each side.

 

How long does this recipe last?

I generally only make enough French toast to enjoy immediately, but making a few days worth for quick breakfasts is a good plan. My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy leftover French toast within three days.

After French toast has cooled, refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

Reheating methods

If you are making extra to enjoy for quick easy breakfasts this week, Baileys French toast reheats easily and is just as good a day or two later!

• Stovetop: Reheat on the stovetop in a skillet over medium heat.
• Air Fryer: Air fry at 350 °F and check after 3 minutes. Carefully flip over and continue heating for another couple minutes as needed. 

 

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Yield: 6 pieces French toast

Baileys Irish Cream French Toast

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A rich comfort food breakfast. A tasty option for brunch, holidays, Valentines, and a random Tuesday.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ container (6 ounces) silken tofu
• 2 shots Dairy Free Irish Cream (see notes for no alcohol)
• ⅓ cup steeped black tea (or dairy free milk)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 6 pieces your favorite gluten free bread

Instructions

1. Add silken tofu, Irish cream, black tea or milk, cinnamon, and vanilla to blender jar or food processor. Blend to a smooth custard.
2. Thin with more liquid as necessary (silken tofu varies in consistency).
3. Pour custard into wide shallow bowl for dipping.
4. Dip bread pieces into batter and cook on a hot griddle over medium heat. Cook for one or two minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden.
5. Serve with dairy free butter, maple syrup and fresh fruit.

Notes

Why you'll love this recipe

A tasty twist on a classic comfort food breakfast, Baileys French toast is for cozy weekend breakfast or brunch.

• Flavor: Dairy free Baileys Irish cream gives this an additional warming sweet layer of flavor.
• Texture: This gives crispy edges and a soft middle, as all French toast should.
• Method: An egg free French toast recipe is just as easy as a traditional recipe. Silken tofu replaces the egg, and the custard is blended just as quick as whisking up classic French toast custard.

As one reader says, ★★★★★ "This is our family breakfast during Christmas, because we always make your dairy-free Baileys for gifts. The scent of this French toast is as holiday to me as our live fir tree!"

Non alcohol substitute

If you don't want to use Irish cream liqueur, Irish cream syrup works well to get that flavor! Add a couple tablespoons to the custard mixture in place of the Bailey's in this recipe.

Tips for the best French toast

• Prepare the griddle! You want the griddle to be hot before you add the French toast slices.
• Thick bread Even day old bread is good. A thicker bread and thicker custard mean no soggy French toast.
• Cook well before flipping Again, nobody wants soggy French toast. Make sure it is cooked through on each side.

How long does this recipe last?

I generally only make enough French toast to enjoy immediately, but making a few days worth for quick breakfasts is a good plan. My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy leftover French toast within three days.

After French toast has cooled, refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

Reheating methods

If you are making extra to enjoy for quick easy breakfasts this week, Baileys French toast reheats easily and is just as good a day or two later!

• Stovetop: Reheat on the stovetop in a skillet over medium heat.
• Air Fryer: Air fry at 350 °F and check after 3 minutes. Carefully flip over and continue heating for another couple minutes as needed. 

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