Best 2 Baked Coconut French Toast Recipes

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Baked coconut french toast is a delectable breakfast dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its unique fusion of flavors and textures. This indulgent recipe transforms humble slices of bread into a symphony of sweet and savory goodness, enhanced by the delicate aroma of coconut. As the french toast bakes in the oven, the coconut flakes become golden brown and toasty, adding a delightful crunch to each bite. The result is a heavenly dish that is perfect for a special brunch or a cozy weekend morning.

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BAKED COCONUT FRENCH TOAST



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Such a nice recipe for Sunday mornings. Make it Saturday evening and Sunday morning just pop it in the oven!

Provided by Andree Vaillancourt

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 9h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
16 (1 inch thick) slices French bread, cut diagonally
1 ¼ cups light coconut milk
1 ¼ cups egg substitute
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Spray the inside of a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Arrange bread slices in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk coconut milk, egg substitute, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until evenly combined; pour over bread. Turn bread over to coat. Cover baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove plastic wrap from baking dish.
  • Turn bread slices over and sprinkle coconut over bread; let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until egg is set and coconut is golden, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 737.2 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

BAKED COCONUT FRENCH TOAST WITH PINEAPPLE-RUM SAUCE



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Add some Caribbean flair to your standard French toast with coconut and pineapple.

Provided by Kempstr

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     French Toast Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large eggs
1 (13.5 ounce) can light coconut milk
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
16 (1 1/4-inch thick) diagonal slices French bread
1 cup packed sweetened flaked coconut
1 (6 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple juice
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 ½ cups frozen pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons dark rum

Steps:

  • Line a 13x18-inch sheet pan with parchment paper. Whisk eggs in a deep bowl, then whisk in coconut milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt until sugar is dissolved. Submerge each slice of bread in egg mixture, turning over several times, until saturated, then transfer to prepared sheet pan. Pour remaining egg mixture over bread and chill, covered with plastic wrap, at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press coconut evenly into bread. Bake in upper third of oven until cooked through and golden, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring pineapple juice and brown sugar to a simmer over medium heat, stirring. Add pineapple chunks and bring to a boil, stirring, then cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Add butter and rum and simmer, stirring, until butter is melted. Keep warm, covered, off heat.
  • Serve French toast with warm pineapple-rum sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.7 calories, Carbohydrate 84.1 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 514.9 mg, Sugar 52.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe bananas. This will ensure that your French toast is moist and flavorful.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the French toast tough.
  • Use a nonstick skillet or griddle. This will prevent the French toast from sticking.
  • Cook the French toast over medium heat. This will help it cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the French toast immediately. This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Baked coconut French toast is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It is perfect for special occasions or for a lazy weekend morning. With its sweet and tropical flavor, this French toast is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy French toast, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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