Coconut French Toast


Breakfast & Brunch Breads No Seed Oils High Altitude Summer | Published July 20, 2021 by Mimi Council

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Light and sweet, this Coconut French Toast uses coconut milk and fine shredded coconut and it's cooked up in coconut oil for a toasted coconut French toast that will take you to a tropical oasis.

If you love French toast as much as I do, be sure to check out some of my other favorite recipes like my Sourdough French Toast Sticks, Meyer Lemon French Toast, or my Vanilla Bean Buttermilk French Toast.

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Homemade French toast is probably one of my favorite breakfast recipes to make. It's a quick and easy dish that seems fancy, and you get to eat maple syrup with it! Unlike waffles and pancakes, which take a little more time, French toast only takes a few extra minutes compared to eggs, toasting a bagel, or making a smoothie bowl.

I make organic French toast on the regular! And this Coconut French Toast recipe is probably my absolute favorite homemade French toast recipes ever. I also think that the coconut makes this organic French toast recipe less sweet than traditional homemade French toast with cinnamon. It's much lighter and goes so well with maple syrup and fresh fruit. If you don't have pineapples or blueberries, it would also be delicious with strawberries, blackberries, bananas, and raspberries!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Tropical Flavor Twist: Coconut French toast brings a tropical twist to the classic breakfast favorite, combining the creamy, nutty flavor of coconut with the rich, eggy bread for a unique and delightful organic French toast.

Nutrient-Rich: Coconut is packed with essential nutrients such as fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, making this French toast not only delicious but also healthy as well!

Nostalgic: I love homemade French toast because it's nostalgic of lazy weekend mornings as a kid. This recipe is an elevated take on the nostalgic and simple French toast, which will let you feel nostalgia while enjoying something that's even better!

Organic French Toast: I use organic ingredients in this homemade French toast, making it so much better for you than something you'd get out at brunch.

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Ingredients

  • Sourdough Bread: I use organic sourdough bread as its my favorite, you can also use white or wheat bread too. My favorite is the Inked Sourdough if I'm buying store bought as it's free of seed oils and sugar.
  • Coconut: I use organic unsweetened fine shredded coconut to give this homemade French toast a nice crust of toasted coconut all around the edges.
  • Coconut Oil: I cook this organic French toast in coconut oil instead of traditional butter, this gives it even more coconut flavor!
  • Eggs: You'll need large eggs to mix with the coconut milk to create the iconic French toast custard coating.
  • Coconut Milk: I use organic coconut milk in place of traditional milk for more coconut flavor in this homemade French toast.
  • Maple Syrup: You can't have French toast without maple syrup for serving!

Tools Needed

  • Shallow Baking Dish: You'll need a shallow baking dish to mix up the eggs and milk mixture so you can easily soak the bread in it. I use my Staub.
  • Cast Iron Skillet: You can use a cast iron skillet or a large skillet, either works.

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Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

In a shallow dish, add the coconut. In another shallow dish, add the eggs and milk, and whisk together. Soak 2 slices of bread in the egg mixture.

Step 2

In a large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and put over low/medium heat. Once the coconut oil has melted, dip the 2 slices of soaked bread into the coconut and place in the skillet. Cook until lightly golden brown on the bottom, flip and cook until lightly golden brown on the other side. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Soak the remaining 2 pieces of bread in the egg mixture, and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of coconut oil to the skillet. Dip the 2 slices of soaked bread into the coconut, and cook until lightly golden brown on the bottom, flip and cook until lightly golden brown on the other side. Remove from heat.

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Tips

  • Use bread that you like. If you prefer white bread, use it. If you prefer wheat, use it. The flavor of the bread you choose will come through in the French toast, so it should be one that you like. For this specific recipe I chose sourdough bread because I wanted a neutral bread that was light in flavor so the coconut flavor would shine through.
  • Make sure to soak the bread for a few minutes. You shouldn't see any dry spots on the bread before you dip it in the coconut. Soaking it until it is completely coated is important as that gives the flavor to the French toast and also allows the coconut to stick.
  • Use a low/medium heat so you get a golden brown color, as that's where the flavor will shine through and the coconut will become toasted.
  • Do buy pure organic maple syrup. This is one of the items I really highly recommend spending a little more and buying the good stuff!
  • Eat your French toast immediately after cooking it. This is not a recipe to save and it's best when eaten immediately.
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FAQ's

Can I use another kind of bread?

Yes, feel free to use your favorite bread. White bread, French bread, or leftover baguettes would all be delicious with this recipe. I would recommend a lighter bread versus a heartier one like whole wheat or seeded, as it will compliment the coconut flavor best.

Can I use regular milk?

Yes, you can, but it won't have as much coconut flavor, which is why I use coconut milk.

What can I serve this with?

For added protein, try my Fluffy Scrambled Eggs or Turkey Maple Breakfast Sausages.

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Coconut French Toast

Mimi Council
French toast is cooked in coconut oil, and crusted with fine shredded coconut for a tropical twist on this classic recipe.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Makes 2 servings
Calories 974 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

French Toast

For Serving

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow dish, add the coconut.
  • In another shallow dish, add the eggs and milk, and whisk together. Soak 2 slices of bread in the egg mixture.
  • In a large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and put over low/medium heat. Once the coconut oil has melted, dip the 2 slices of soaked bread into the coconut and place in the skillet. Cook until lightly golden brown on the bottom, flip and cook until lightly golden brown on the other side. Remove from heat.
  • Soak the remaining 2 pieces of bread in the egg mixture, and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of coconut oil to the skillet. Dip the 2 slices of soaked bread into the coconut, and cook until lightly golden brown on the bottom, flip and cook until lightly golden brown on the other side. Remove from heat.
  • Serve with maple syrup, pineapple, and blueberries.

Notes

High Altitude — Follow the recipe as noted.

Nutrition

Calories: 974kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 23gFat: 68gSaturated Fat: 54gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 852mgPotassium: 503mgFiber: 10gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 238IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 8mg
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