Rabanadas - Portuguese style French Toast

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain adds fiber, while stale bread is often cheaper and absorbs liquids better.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water can be used for soaking.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine is often cheaper.

Cut the crusty day old bread into 1-inch slices.

In a bowl, combine 2 cups of milk, 1 tbsp of sugar, and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon.

Whisk 3 eggs in another bowl until well combined.

Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.

Heat margarine in a skillet for cooking.

Fry the soaked bread slices in the skillet until golden and crispy.

Sprinkle extra sugar and cinnamon on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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