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    You are here: Home / Baby Food / French Toast For Baby Led Weaning

    French Toast For Baby Led Weaning

    Published: Dec 17, 2020 · Modified: Dec 17, 2020 by Kaylie This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Piece of cooked bread cut into thick slices. Garnished with berries.
    Piece of cooked bread cut into thick slices. Garnished with berries.

    French Toast for baby-led weaning is a quick and easy breakfast. Made with simple ingredients: Whole grain bread, eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and butter. It’s great for babies to grasp onto and enjoy. Perfect for babies ages six months and older.  

    Piece of cooked bread cut into thick slices. Garnished with berries.

    Making breakfast should be quick and easy in the morning. This french toast recipe for baby-led weaning is simple and a snap to whip up. My baby and pre-kinder enjoy it with some fresh berries.

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    • French Toast For Baby Led Weaning

    Ingredients

    Ingredients: slice of bread, bowl with egg and seasoning, carton of butter and a whisk.

    Whole wheat bread – choose low sodium breads. I use Dave Killer’s bread.

    Butter -use unsalted butter for baby, as their immature kidneys are not able to process a lot of salt yet.

    Whole fat milk – Give whole fat milk for your babies. Don’t be afraid of it. Babies need full fat milk for good growth and brain development.

    Directions

    Grid photo. First grid of whisk mixing eggs and seasoning. Second grid of slice of bread soaked in egg batter. Third grid of two slices of bread in a pan.
    1. Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla extract and cinnamon in a medium sized bowl.
    2. Add one slice of bread to the bowl and let it soak into the egg mixture. Turn the slice over to soak the other side. 
    3. Heat a nonstick pan on medium high heat.  When the pan is hot, add the butter. After the butter melts, add the egg soaked slice of bread to the pan. Lower heat to medium and cook for about 3 minutes, making sure the egg is cooked thoroughly.
    4. Flip the toast when golden brown and cook for another 3 minutes.  Repeat with the other slice of bread. 

    FAQ

    Is french toast okay for baby to eat?

    Before baby tries anything new, make sure to introduce single ingredients every 3 to 5 days to ensure baby is not allergic. As long as baby has already been introduced to each ingredient (egg, bread, milk, cinnamon and vanilla extract) with no allergic reactions, then french toast will be okay for babies to eat.

    If your baby shows any signs of atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis or asthma, please talk to your doctor before introducing new foods.

    What’s the best way to cut the toast for baby led weaning?

    Remove the crust and cut the toast into thick strips for baby to grasp onto and eat. For babies/toddlers learning to use a fork, they can also be cut into bite size squares.

    What are some good toppings or sides that go well with these french toast?

    Some fresh cut berries and other fruit like banana. You can also add some yogurt on the side for baby to dip it into.

    Can I freeze these?

    Yes, just seal them in an airtight container.

    What’s the best way to reheat the frozen toast?

    Toast them in the toaster oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 to 7 minutes.

    Can I make this without milk?

    Yes, you can replace cow’s milk for other milk alternatives, such as oat or almond milk. Just make sure your baby can tolerate the alternative milk.

    Baby eating sliced piece of bread with fork in hand.

    My little one is learning to use a fork, so slicing the toast into strips is easy to grasp and helps him practice his fork skills!

    For more easy baby breakfast recipes check out my waffles and banana pancakes for baby-led weaning.  Made these? Tag me on instagram @apeachyplate and let me know how your little one(s) liked them! 

    Piece of cooked bread on a kids plate cut into thick slices. Garnished with berries.

    French Toast For Baby Led Weaning

    Kaylie
    French Toast is a quick and easy breakfast for baby-led weaning. Made with just a few ingredients: Whole grain bread, eggs, milk, cinnamon and vanilla, it’s perfect for babies ages six months and older. 
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course baby food, Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 toasts
    Calories 82 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 slices whole wheat bread I use Dave's Killer Bread Brand
    • 1 egg
    • ¼ cup whole milk
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ tablespoon unsalted butter

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla extract and cinnamon in a medium sized bowl.
    • Add one slice of bread to the bowl and let it soak into the egg mixture. Turn the slice over to soak the other side.
    • Heat a nonstick pan on medium high heat.  When the pan is hot, add butter to the pan.
    • After the butter melts, add the egg soaked slice of bread to the pan. Lower heat to medium and cook for about 3 minutes, making sure the egg is cooked thoroughly.
    • Flip the toast when golden brown and cook for another 3 minutes. 
    • Repeat with the other slice of bread.

    Notes

    • Serve with fresh cut berries and other fruit like banana. You can also add some yogurt on the side for baby to dip it into. 
    • You can freeze these in an airtight container. To reheat frozen french toast, toast them in the toaster oven on 300°F for about 5-7 minutes.
    • You can replace the milk for other milk alternatives such as oat or almond milk. Just make sure your baby can tolerate the alternative milk.
    • Before baby tries anything new, make sure to introduce single ingredients every 3-5 days to ensure baby is not allergic. As long as baby has already been introduced to each ingredient (egg, bread, milk, cinnamon and vanilla extract) with no allergic reactions, then french toast will be okay for babies to eat. If your baby shows any signs of atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, or asthma, please talk to your doctor before introducing new foods. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2toastsCalories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 71mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 256IUCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
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