Coconut Macadamia French Toast Recipe
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Servings:
8 Pieces
Ingredients
  • 1 loaf brioche or challah, sliced into 8 pieces
  • ½ cup shredded coconut flakes
  • ¼ cup crushed macadamia nuts
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup whole milk
  • 1 ¼ cups coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Directions
  1. Put the shredded coconut and crushed macadamia nuts into a shallow pie dish or plate. Whisk until they're well combined, then set the mixture aside.
  2. Use another shallow bowl to combine the eggs, milk, coconut milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Melt ½ tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet or griddle.
  4. Dip the sliced bread into the egg mixture, then coat one side with the coconut/macadamia nut mixture.
  5. Put the bread onto the skillet coconut/macadamia nut mixture side down, and cook it for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Flip the bread and cook it for another 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Repeat with the remaining butter, soaked bread, and nut mixture.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite syrup, extra shredded coconut, and macadamia nuts, along with lime zest and/or chopped pineapple, if using.