Jamaican French Toast
Transform your breakfast routine with this luscious Jamaican French Toast! Infused with the tropical flavors of creamy coconut milk, a splash of dark rum, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe offers a delightful Caribbean twist on a brunch classic. Thick slices of brioche or challah are dipped in a rich, fragrant custard, then pan-fried to golden perfection in buttery bliss. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar, crunchy toasted coconut, and fresh tropical fruits like mango or pineapple for an exotic feast that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfectly balanced between sweet and indulgent, this easy-to-make Jamaican French Toast takes just 25 minutes to prepare and is sure to impress at any breakfast or brunch gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Dark rum
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Shredded coconut (toasted, optional garnish)
- as needed Maple syrup (for serving)
- as needed Fresh fruits (such as mango, banana, or pineapple, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, eggs, dark rum, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt until fully combined.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.
Dip each slice of bread into the coconut milk mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated but not overly saturated (let any excess drip off).
Place the coated slices onto the preheated skillet, cooking 2-3 slices at a time to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each slice for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside, adjusting the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Transfer the cooked French toast slices to a plate and repeat with the remaining bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
To serve, dust the French toast with powdered sugar and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut, if desired.
Top with fresh fruits such as mango, banana, or pineapple for a tropical touch, and drizzle with maple syrup.
Serve warm and enjoy your Jamaican French Toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 679 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 1938 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1061 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
