Get ready to indulge in the most exciting, most intriguing, and most satisfying breakfast comfort-food there is, but with a Portuguese twist… drumroll please! Let’s hear it for Portuguese French Toast! After dipping thick slices of bread in a mixture of creamy, cinnamon-y goodness, these yummy, doughy bites are pan-fried until golden-brown and crispy. The final touch is dipping them into some sweet cinnamon sugar, which brings a delicious crunchiness and sweetness to every bite. Served hot and fresh with a nice drizzle of syrup, Portuguese French Toast is the perfect way to start your day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 1 (8-ounce) loaf French bread, sliced to 1-inch thickness
- oil, to taste, for frying
Directions
Step 1 –In a small bowl, mix the sugar and the cinnamon until they are blended.
Step 2 –In a large shallow dish, whisk the eggs and the milk together.
Step 3 –Dip both sides of the bread in the egg mixture until they are lightly soaked.
Step 4 –In an electric skillet, heat 1-inch of the oil to 350 degrees F.
Step 5 –Working in batches, transfer the bread from the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drain, and fry in the oil until they are golden-brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 6 –Drain the French toast slices on paper towels.
Step 7 –Dip the warm French toast slices in the cinnamon sugar and toss to coat on all sides.
Step 8 –Serve.
