Description
Coconut Crusted French Toast is a delightful breakfast dish that combines the comforting familiarity of French toast with a tropical twist. Coated in golden, crispy coconut flakes, each slice offers a satisfying crunch and sweet flavor that transports you to a sun-soaked paradise. Perfect for special brunches or cozy family breakfasts, this easy-to-make recipe allows for creativity with toppings, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Whether served with fresh fruits, drizzled with maple syrup, or paired with creamy yogurt, this Coconut Crusted French Toast is sure to impress both family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf thick-cut bread
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter, for frying
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Slice thick-cut bread into 1-inch pieces.
- In a shallow dish, mix shredded coconut, flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off before coating in coconut mixture.
- Cook each slice in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 160mg