Pina Colada French Toast
Transport your breakfast to a tropical paradise with this decadent Pina Colada French Toast recipe! Featuring thick slices of buttery brioche or challah bread soaked in a rich custard blend of creamy coconut milk, crushed pineapple, a hint of dark rum (or rum extract), and warm cinnamon, this dish offers the perfect balance of sweet and exotic flavors. Each slice is crowned with a sprinkle of shredded coconut and pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a crispy, aromatic crust. Serve this tropical-inspired delight with a drizzle of maple or coconut syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh pineapple chunks for a vibrant finishing touch. Perfect for brunch or a special weekend treat, this easy recipe delivers pure island vibes in under 30 minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 0.5 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 teaspoon Dark rum or rum extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- Maple syrup or coconut syrup (optional, for serving)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh pineapple chunks (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, crushed pineapple, rum or rum extract, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish or pie pan for easy dipping.
Dip each slice of brioche or challah bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not overly saturated.
Sprinkle a pinch of shredded coconut on one side of each bread slice while it is still wet from the egg mixture.
In a large nonstick skillet or griddle, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Place the coated bread slices in the skillet, coconut side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes more.
Repeat with the remaining butter and bread slices, cooking in batches as needed.
Serve warm with a drizzle of maple or coconut syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and optional fresh pineapple chunks for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.2 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 1609 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.4 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.1 g | ||
| Protein | 50.8 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1135 mg | 24% | |
*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.
