Description
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic breakfast with this Irresistible Friendsgiving Tropical French Toast. Combining the warm, buttery essence of thick-cut brioche with the tropical flavors of fresh pineapple and coconut milk, this dish transforms any gathering into a festive celebration. Perfectly golden and drizzled with pure maple syrup, it promises to impress your friends and family while filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Quick to prepare, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or festive brunches!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut brioche or challah
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Cut the brioche into one-inch thick slices; dip each slice into the custard mixture, coating both sides without soaking too long.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted; add soaked bread slices and cook until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- In another pan, sauté pineapple chunks until caramelized.
- Serve the French toast topped with caramelized pineapple and a generous drizzle of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 185mg