French Toast

• 1 cup white whole wheat flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (plus more for serving)
• 3 tbs olive oil, divided
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 12-14 slices multigrain or sourdough bread
• berries, sliced apples, sliced bananas (optional)

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. In another small bowl or 4-cup measuring cup, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, 2 tbs olive oil, and vanilla.
3. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Place in a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Transfer to a large, shallow baking dish.
6. Heat the remaining 1 tbs. of olive oil on a large non-stick skillet or griddle.
7. When it shimmers, working in batches, submerge each piece of bread in the batter to coat, letting any excess drip off.
8. Set the bread on to the skillet.  Cook for about 3 minutes, until the bottom edges are golden.
9. Flip and cook for about 3 minutes more, until lightly browned and crisp on both sides.
10. Serve with fruit and warm maple syrup for dipping.