How to reheat french toast

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You can reheat French toast but know how to keep it safe. Store it in a sealed container in the fridge. Two freezing methods will be in this article. 

A better way to defrost is to let it sit in the fridge overnight. The method is slower defrost but safe since it does not expose it to bacteria. The article below will take you through a possible method that you can use.

Toaster

A toaster is convenient to use when your French toast is defrosted. It looks firm and not too crumbly. What makes a toaster better is that it gives you a fair amount of control over how crispy the slices get.

Clean the crumb tray afterward because the sugary bread might burn and smoke easier than your toast. You get a crispy toast, but you still get it on the inside French toast. Better work on shorter times so that you can increase the reheating time.

Steps

  1. Take a slice of french toast. Put it into a toaster pocket out of parchment paper.
  2. Set your toaster to medium-low, and place the slices in.
  3. Place them on the tray in the toaster oven and toast until hot and crispy. Be careful not to overcook or burn your French toast.
  4. Heat on high for 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Serve

Stovetop

The stovetop method is better in how the French toast is cooked. Make sure your French toast defrosts for an even heat. When using a non-stick pan, do not add oil or butter unless you want some butter flavor.

If your french toast is stale, sprinkle water around the outside of the skillet. Cover it with a lid for 30 seconds. It produces steam that moisture back into it.

Steps

  1. Start with defrosting your French toast.
  2. Heat a skillet or pan on medium heat and coat it with a bit of cooking spray to grease the pan. That helps your toast not to stick on the base. 
  3. Heat one or two slices at a time to get the best results. Place your pieces of French toast on the pan and watch them closely. They take a minute or two on each side to warm up. If your French toast is still soggy, put the pan at a higher temperature, add butter, and re-crisp the outsides.
  4. Keep watching it, so it does not burn. Overheating French toast can make it dry and not enjoyable.
  5. Serve when satisfied. 
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Microwave

French toast reheats quickly in the microwave. That makes it an ideal meal for mornings when you are in a rush or a late afternoon snack when you are running late back to work. Do not microwave for too long, or it may get chewy or dried. 

Microwave at most two slices of French toast for about 30 seconds and serve them piping hot. When microwaving frozen French toast, lay a paper towel underneath the slices to soak up extra moisture. That prevents the toast from being soggy (Bakingkneads.com). When using the microwave, your French toast will not be crispy, but it will still taste great. 

Steps

  1. Place the leftover french toast on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover the french toast with a damp paper towel.
  3. Heat in 15-second intervals, checking and repeating until heated.
  4. Once your French toast is warm, smother it with butter and sprinkle a little sugar on top.
  5. Allow the slices to cool, and enjoy.

Air fryer

An air fryer has a good airflow for crisping the French toast. It is quick and requires little effort. Stick to a single fryer for even heating and ensure a small space between each slice of toast.  For a super crispy outside layer, spray the french toast with oil or brush it with melted butter before putting it in the air fryer. If your french toast is stale, avoid the air fryer since it is drying.

Steps

  1. Heat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Place your french toast.
  3. Heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Serve.

Best method

Oven

If you need to reheat a large amount of French toast for a group, an oven is an ideal method to use. It gives you a crispy toast, although it comes with one drawback. You have to wait for the oven to preheat. You cannot afford that if you are working for a limited time. If your crowd is waiting and hungry, it feels like ages. Reheating toast in an oven maintains the quality of the French toast (kitchensnitches.com).

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Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a baking sheet. 
  2. Lay out the slices of French toast in one layer with  ½ inch in between slices.
  3. Keep your eyes on your French toast as it bakes so it will not burn. Still-frozen French toast needs 3 to 4 minutes per side, and defrosted slices need less time since they have less moisture.
  4. Flip your slices to the other side so that both sides get nice and crispy. 
  5. Once your French toast is done, serve it with your favorite toppings.

Storage

To store French toast, refrigerate or freeze. Refrigerate within two hours of cooking and cover French toast with foil or plastic wrap to prevent drying. To freeze, place a sheet of wax paper between each slice of french toast, then wrap in aluminum foil or a heavy-duty freezer bag.

Safe Temperatures

The ideal temperature for reheating French toast is 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

FAQs

How to freeze the French toast?

Cook your French toast and let it cool. Put a sheet of wax paper in between each slice. Wrap the stack tightly in foil and place the stack into a heavy-duty freezer bag. Keep the French toast for one or two months for better quality.

Another option is to soak the bread in the batter and freeze it. Only cook until you are ready to eat it. Place the soaked slices on a greased baking sheet and flash freeze in your freezer for about 45 minutes. Transfer to your freezer-safe container. Flash freezing helps you get one at a time, meaning you only have to cook what you will eat.

How do you defrost french toast?

Let it sit at room temperature and thaw. Being exposed to higher temperatures might result in bacteria growth.

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