French Toast Breakfast Sammies
You know those breakfasts that hit every note — sweet, savory, creamy, cozy — all in one bite? This is that breakfast. Think sausage-egg-and-cheese, but sandwiched between two golden slices of French toast. It’s the kind of breakfast that feels like a weekend treat but is easy enough to make on a weekday, especially if you meal prep a batch in advance (these freeze so well). I used APPLEGATE NATURALS® Maple Chicken Sausage Patties for this one because they have that slightly sweet maple flavor that pairs perfectly with the cinnamon French toast soak — total brunch win.
They’re nostalgic, filling, and totally customizable — layer in banana slices, swipe on some cream cheese, or go classic with just egg and sausage. I batch make the eggs with cottage cheese in the oven for no-fuss prep, and then it’s just a stack and toast situation.
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Recipe Tips
Don’t oversoak the bread: A quick dip is enough. If it sits too long, it’ll fall apart when cooking.
Use thicker bread if you can: Brioche or sourdough holds up better during the dip and cook process.
Batch bake your eggs: It saves time, especially for meal prep. You get even portions and no stovetop babysitting.
Reheat low and slow: Warm them in a skillet over medium-low heat with a lid for best results. The microwave works too, but the skillet brings back that golden exterior.
Make them yours: Add a swipe of Greek yogurt, go sweet with fruit, or dip in maple syrup — the sandwich is the canvas.
Ingredient Swaps: No maple sausage patties ? Regular chicken or turkey sausage works great, or even plant-based if you want it vegetarian. No gouda or cheddar ? Use any melty cheese like havarti, pepper jack, or your favorite dairy-free slice. Need gluten-free ? Just use GF sandwich bread or thick GF sourdough — both work great in this! No milk ? Use almond, oat, or whatever you have on hand. Even cream or coconut milk for something richer. Don’t want to bake eggs ? Scramble them stovetop or fry sunny side up for a runnier version.
Fridge: Wrap each sandwich individually in foil or parchment and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a lid until warmed through, or microwave for 45–60 seconds (just note the skillet gives the best texture).
Freezer: Wrap tightly in parchment or foil, then place in a freezer-safe bag or container. Store for up to 2 months. To reheat, either microwave for 1–2 minutes or reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10–12 minutes. For a crispier finish, re-toast the French toast exterior in a buttered skillet.
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French Toast Breakfast Sammies
Ingredients
For the sammies
- 8 slices of bread Brioche, GF sandwich bread, or thick GF sourdough
- 4 APPLEGATE NATURALS® Maple Chicken Sausage Patties
- 8 large eggs
- 4 slices gouda cheddar, or dairy-free cheese
- 1 tbsp butter or ghee, for skillet
For the French toast soak
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup milk milk of choice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins:
- Maple syrup inside or for dipping
- apple or banana, sliced
- 1 tbsp cream cheese or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess
Instructions
- Pan-fry or bake your sausage patties until heated through and golden. Set aside.
- Cook eggs your favorite way — I recommend batch making them with 1/2 cup cottage cheese, 8 eggs, salt/pepper then cook for 15-17 minutes at 350F. They come out perfect every time.
- Whisk together the French toast soak. Dip each slice of bread briefly (don’t drench) and cook on a buttered skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Layer like this ? French toast slice ? egg ? cheese ? sausage ? optional drizzle of maple or sliced fruit ? second French toast slice
- (Skip this step if meal prepping) If the cheese hasn’t melted yet, toss the whole sandwich back in the skillet over low heat with a lid on for 1–2 min per side.
- Eat warm OR wrap tightly in foil/parchment to refrigerate (up to 3 days) or freeze (up to 2 months).
