This Vegan French Toast Recipe Just Became the Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich

Breakfast just got a serious upgrade. On New Day New Chef Lite, Chef MJ takes a classic vegan French toast recipe and flips it into what might be the ultimate vegan breakfast sandwich. Sweet, savory, and unapologetically indulgent, it layers golden French toast with a rich tofu scramble, melted vegan cheese, and even a drizzle of maple syrup. The result? A handheld meal that’s part diner nostalgia, part brunch luxury, and 100% plant-based.

Watch Chef MJ turn a classic vegan French toast recipe into the ultimate vegan breakfast sandwich on New Day New Chef Lite, streaming free on UNCHAINEDTV.

French Toast with a Twist

At first glance, the recipe looks like your go-to vegan French toast. Soy milk, flour, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup create a luscious batter, while burger buns stand in for bread slices, soaking it all up before being toasted golden. A little lemon zest adds brightness, elevating the dish beyond the ordinary.

But here’s where things take a turn: instead of piling fruit or syrup on top, this French toast becomes the bun for a sandwich—one with a tofu scramble filling that could rival any diner breakfast.

The Scramble Inside

This isn’t your basic tofu scramble. It’s seasoned with turmeric for a golden glow, nutritional yeast for a cheesy kick, and black salt for that unmistakable egg-like flavor. Garlic and onion powder bring depth, while mirin and rice vinegar keep things balanced. Toss in shallots sautéed to perfection and gooey vegan cheese, and you’ve got a scramble worth making on its own.

Together with the French toast, it’s a flavor bomb that somehow works. The sweetness of the cinnamon-kissed bread plays well with the savory, eggy tofu scramble.

Built for Brunch

Call it a vegan breakfast sandwich, call it brunch perfection, either way, this dish demands attention. A swipe of vegan mayo adds creaminess, while the final drizzle of maple syrup ties it all together. It’s messy, indulgent, and the kind of thing you’ll want to brag about making.

And the best part? It’s endlessly customizable. Add vegetables to the scramble, switch up the bread, or top it with extra cheese. However you spin it, this vegan French toast recipe proves that breakfast doesn’t have to be predictable.

Why You’ll Want to Try It

In a plant-based food landscape filled with smoothie bowls and avocado toast, this sandwich stands out as comfort food with flair. It’s hearty, protein-packed, and designed to satisfy, whether you’re fueling up for the day or serving a table full of brunch guests.

It also captures the essence of New Day New Chef Lite: short, playful episodes that make vegan cooking approachable and fun, while reminding viewers that plants can do it all, even transform into the best breakfast sandwich you’ve ever had.

Watch this vegan French toast recipe come to life on New Day New Chef Lite, streaming free on UNCHAINEDTV. And don’t miss the other episodes of New Day New Chef, packed with plant-based creations, blender dances, and kitchen inspiration.