Imagine a breakfast so deliciously innovative that it breaks all the traditional morning meal rules! These Wheat-Free Meat-Free French Toast Baked Polenta Sticks are about to transform your breakfast experience from ordinary to extraordinary. Perfect for vegans, gluten-sensitive foodies, and anyone craving a crispy, sweet morning treat that's both healthy and indulgent. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a recipe that proves plant-based eating can be absolutely mouthwatering and exciting!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked polenta
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Fresh fruit for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a 9x9 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or oil. Set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked polenta with almond milk, ground flaxseed, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-incorporated.
- Pour the polenta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and creating a smooth surface. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the polenta to firm up and set.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the chilled polenta from the refrigerator and cut into long, stick-like rectangles approximately 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Carefully transfer the polenta sticks to the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Brush the polenta sticks lightly with maple syrup, which will help them caramelize and create a golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the sticks halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispness.
- Remove from the oven when the polenta sticks are golden brown and have a crispy exterior. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Serve warm, drizzled with additional maple syrup and accompanied by fresh seasonal fruits like berries, sliced peaches, or banana.
Tips
- Ensure your polenta is completely cooled and set before cutting to maintain clean, precise stick shapes.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and achieve an even, crispy exterior.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different spices like nutmeg or cardamom in addition to cinnamon.
- Make sure to brush maple syrup evenly to get a beautiful golden-brown caramelization.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give each polenta stick enough space to crisp up properly.
- For a crispier texture, you can briefly broil the sticks for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, as the sticks can become less crisp when cooled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 200kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
