Strawberry Rhubarb French Toast

Plant-based and protein-packed French Toast with a strawberry-rhubarb compote. Enjoy for a special breakfast treat in less than 30 minutes.

Have you ever eaten breakfast in bed?

I can’t say that I have.

It’s one of those things that sounds so perfect in theory, but when it comes down to it is actually kind of hard to pull off.

Once I’m up, I’m up.

And then there’s the logistics of serving and eating without getting breakfast ON your bed…

If I had to pick a breakfast in bed meal, though, it would be these Strawberry Rhubarb French Toasts.

They’re the perfect balance of cozy and fancy to brighten up your bedspread.

And since it’s Mother’s Day and all, you should probably make them for your mom and serve them to her in bed Sunday morning.

I thought this recipe was appropriate for Mother’s Day because rhubarb always reminds me of my mom’s rhubarb pies.

The best part was the rhubarb filling.

I used to dig my spoon deeper and deeper into the interior of the pie, extracting all of the sweet pink until finally I was left with a concave pie crust.

It was really good filling. I’ve never been a big pie crust eater, unless it’s graham crackers crust.

But that’s a story for another post.

What You Need to Make Vegan French Toast 

Here’s what you need to make Vegan French Toast: 

• bread 
• protein powder
• unsweetened almond milk yogurt
• cinnamon
• unsweetened almond milk

That’s it!

How to Make Vegan French Toast 

To make the French Toast, spray a pan with coconut oil spray and turn the heat to medium.

In a bowl, combine the yogurt, almond milk, protein powder, and cinnamon and whisk to combine.

You want the mixture to be runny but not watery.

Dip the stale bread into the mixture, coating all sides.

Tap off the excess and transfer to the pan.

Heat the French toast for ~5 minutes on each side, until both sides are golden brown.

What You Need to Make Strawberry Rhubarb Topping

Instead of making a pie, I decided to throw my fresh rhubarb in a naturally sweetened compote that comes together in less than 5 minutes.

You’re going to love the combination of strawberry and rhubarb, sweetened naturally with fresh orange juice and maple syrup.

Here’s what you need: 

• fresh or frozen strawberries
• rhubarb
• orange juice
• maple syrup

That’s it!

How to Make Strawberry Rhubarb Topping

To make the Strawberry Rhubarb Compote, add the diced berries and rhubarb to a pan with orange juice and bring to a rapid boil over medium high heat.

Allow the fruit to simmer for 3-5 minutes, until rhubarb is fork tender and the fruit starts to break down.

Stir in 1-2 Tablespoons of maple syrup, to taste.

You might want more or less maple syrup depending on how tart your rhubarb is!

This compote recipe make a lot, so you’ll have extra to spread on toast, top pancakes, ice cream, or desserts throughout the week.

I highly recommend it in a warm bowl of oatmeal for something a bit different.

The Best Bread For French Toast

This is my go-to French toast recipe with a super easy batter made from almond milk, almond milk yogurt, and protein powder.

If you don’t have protein powder, substitute GF flour like chickpea or oat flour.

Stale, sturdy bread works best for this recipe.

I used an old loaf of wheat free bread for mine and it held up perfectly.

Be sure to bookmark this recipe for any-time French toasting!

How to Serve Strawberry Rhubarb French Toast 

Transfer the french toast to a plate and top with the Strawberry Rhubarb Compote, basil, chia seeds, and maple syrup.

Feel free to add whatever toppings sounds good to you. 

Store any leftover Strawberry Rhubarb Compote in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week and reheat before serving.

However, this recipe is definitely best fresh! 

Try making it for a slower weekend breakfast and share with your favorites. 

Enjoy! 

More Vegan French Toast 

• Vegan Sourdough French Toast

I Want to Hear From You

If you make this Strawberry Rhubarb French Toast recipe, let me know!

Be sure to leave me a comment, rating, and review so I can use your feedback to create more yums.

Give me a shout on Instagram and use #floraandvino to show me your creations.

Check out my Pinterest page to pin more recipes like this one to make later.

Love this post and want more? Go to my homepage and subscribe to get updates delivered right to your inbox!

XO Lauren

Print