French Toast Toppings
One of the reasons that French toast makes such a great breakfast is its versatility: There are tons of delicious toppings that you can add, from decadently sweet to simple to healthy. Syrup is one of the most popular toppings, as is powdered sugar. Many people like to put strawberries, bananas, or blueberries on top. Kids might love to top French toast with marshmallows, chocolate chips, or whipped cream.
Here are a few popular French toast topping options to choose from:
- Strawberries
- Bananas
- Apples
- Caramel
- Chocolate sauce or chips
- Marshmallows or Fluff
- Powdered sugar
- Jam
- Honey
- Syrup
- Ice cream
- Kiwifruit
- Marmalade
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Lemon curd
- Nutella
- Peanut butter
- Crumbled bacon
- Chopped ham and cheese
What Do the French Put on French Toast?
The French tend to lean toward simplicity, with the most popular topping for pain perdu (the French name for this dish) being powdered sugar. They might also opt for some local honey or fresh fruit, choosing only one or two French toast toppings so that the flavors of each part of the dish can shine.
