Rabanadas

Indulge in Rabanadas, a delightful Portuguese twist on French toast, featuring crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated slices of bread soaked in creamy milk and eggs. Perfect for festive brunches or cozy family gatherings.

• 6 slices day-old bread
• 2 cups milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 cup oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract, then soak the slices of bread in this mixture for about 5 minutes until softened.

2. 2

   In another bowl, beat the eggs until well combined.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Once the bread slices are soaked, dip each slice into the beaten eggs, ensuring they're coated on both sides.

5. 5

   Fry the egg-coated bread slices in the hot oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown.

6. 6

   In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Once the rabanadas are fried, coat them in the sugar-cinnamon mixture while they are still warm.

7. 7

   Serve warm, optionally with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.