🐝A Sweet Easter Tradition in Spain
Spanish Torrijas Recipe (Traditional Spanish-Style French Toast)
During Holy Week (Semana Santa) in Spain, Torrijas are a must! These delicious, cinnamon-infused, honey-soaked bread slices are a staple of Easter celebrations. Traditionally made to use up stale bread, they are now a beloved seasonal treat enjoyed with coffee or dessert. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor, Torrijas bring a taste of Spanish tradition to every bite! 🍯🥖🔥
Kid-Friendly Option: 🙌
Torrijas topped with sugar and cinnamon are a favorite among children! Additionally, for a healthier recipe, you can add honey and fresh seasonal fruit.
Vegan Option: 🥗
- Replace the milk with unsweetened almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Use a plant-based egg substitute, like flaxseed meal (1 tablespoon of flaxseed + 3 tablespoons of water = 1 egg).
- Fry the torrijas in vegetable oil or coconut oil for a fully vegan-friendly treat! 🌱
For a Fit Recipe: 💪
Replace the sugar with your favorite sweetener, whole oat bread and mix a bit of your protein powder into the milk. 🐝Bake the torrijas instead of frying them or air-fry for a crispy finish with less oil.
🍯🥛✨ At home, I make Torrijas with honey not just for breakfast. 😋 They’re the perfect sweet dish to enjoy after dinner with a glass of warm milk and honey—then off to bed all nice and cozy!
Tips for Perfect Torrijas
- Bread Choice: Stale bread works best because it holds its shape when soaked. If your bread is fresh, leave it out overnight to dry slightly.
- Milk Flavoring: Lemon peel and cinnamon sticks are optional but add a lovely aromatic touch.
✨Spanish Torrijas – French Toast 🍞
Description
Indulge in the Spanish tradition with these mouthwatering Torrijas, a sweet treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any special occasion. This simple yet decadent recipe combines slices of bread soaked in cinnamon-infused milk, coated in egg, and fried to golden perfection. Topped with a sprinkle of sugar or a drizzle of honey, these Spanish-style French toasts are a family favorite that even kids will adore! Plus, we’ve included tips for a vegan version and ways to customize it to your taste. 🌟
Ingredients:
4 slices of stale bread (preferably thick-cut or French bread)
2 cups of whole milk
3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
1 stick of cinnamon
Peel of 1 lemon (optional for extra flavor)
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup of olive oil (or neutral oil) for frying
Sugar and cinnamon mixture or honey for topping
Instructions:
🥛 Prepare the Milk Mixture
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🥛 Prepare the Milk Mixture
In a saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat.
Add the sugar, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel (if using). 🍋Stir until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
Let the mixture cool slightly before using.
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🍞 Soak the Bread
Arrange the bread slices in a shallow dish.
Pour the warm milk mixture over the bread, ensuring even soaking but without letting them fall apart.
Let the bread sit for about 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through to soak both sides.
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🥚 Coat with Egg
In a separate shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
Carefully dip each soaked bread slice into the egg, coating both sides evenly.
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🍳 Fry the Torrijas
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan or paella pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, fry the bread slices until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).Place the cooked torrijas on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
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🍯 Add the Toppings
While the torrijas are still warm, sprinkle them generously with a sugar and cinnamon mixture for a traditional touch.
Alternatively, drizzle with honey for a smoother, richer sweetness. 🥞🍒🍌🍓
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 515kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
- Cholesterol 105mg35%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 31g
- Protein 14g29%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If you use honey as a topping, the total sugar content is higher (~60 g per serving).If you only use sugar and cinnamon, the sugar content is lower (~31 g per serving).
Milk naturally contributes lactose (natural sugar), while bread contains a small amount of natural sugars as well.
To reduce sugar: Use a sugar-free sweetener or reduce the amount of honey or sugar sprinkled on top.
Use stale bread for the best texture: Stale bread absorbs the milk mixture better and holds its shape during frying, giving you perfect torrijas every time.
Oil temperature is key: Ensure the oil is hot enough to fry quickly but not so hot that it burns the bread. A medium-high heat is ideal.
For a lighter version: Bake the torrijas instead of frying them or air-fry for a crispy finish with less oil.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the milk mixture for an aromatic twist.
Storage Tip: Store leftover torrijas in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven or microwave for the best texture.
