Description
Irresistible Friendsgiving Tropical French Toast is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines sweet coconut, zesty pineapple, and rich brioche bread, perfect for impressing guests at your holiday brunch. This breakfast delight is easy to make and will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite. Serve it drizzled with warm maple syrup and topped with caramelized pineapple for a truly unforgettable experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 thick slices of brioche bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the custard mixture for about 30 seconds per side.
- Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, heat pineapple chunks over medium heat until warmed through (about 5 minutes).
- Plate the French toast, drizzle with maple syrup, top with caramelized pineapple, and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 180mg