I Recreated My Favorite Childhood Treat (Salvadoran French Toast) • Tasty

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber while stale bread reduces waste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk lowers calories and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.

Whisk the egg whites for about 5 to 7 minutes until fluffy.

Gradually add the egg yolks to the whisked egg whites.

Dip slices of day-old bread into the egg mixture.

Heat canola oil in a pan and fry the coated bread until golden brown.

Prepare the syrup by boiling 4 cups of sugar with 2 cinnamon sticks and vanilla extract for 15 minutes until thick.

Pour the syrup over the fried bread and let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes.

Plate the torrejas and garnish with fruit.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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