Mohamed Shili This Cuban-inspired French toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch treat! The soft, golden bread is topped with a creamy cream cheese whipped cream and sweet guava-maple syrup. It’s a delicious and impressive dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients Needed:
Cream Cheese Whipped Cream:
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup cold whipping cream
Guava Maple Syrup:
- 3/4 cup Grade-B pure maple syrup
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 cup guava marmalade
Toast:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 eggs
- 12 slices Cuban or French bread, sliced 1 1/2 inches thick
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
- Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
How To Make Cuban Torrejas with Guava-Maple Syrup and Cream Cheese Whipped Cream?
- Make the cream cheese whipped cream: In a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese with vanilla until smooth. Add the cold whipping cream and whip until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- Make the guava maple syrup: Combine the maple syrup and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then take out the cinnamon stick. Put the syrup back on the heat, bring it to a simmer, and whisk in the guava marmalade. Serve warm.
- Make the toast: Preheat the oven to 275°F. Whisk together the milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and eggs in a shallow bowl until smooth. Place the bread slices in the bowl and pour the egg mixture over the bread. While the bread soaks, heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Fry the bread in batches until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Keep the cooked bread warm in the oven while you cook the rest of the bread.
- Serve: Spread cream cheese whipped cream on each piece of toast. Top with warm guava maple syrup and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
Recipe Tips:
- Use thick, sturdy bread: Cuban or French bread works best because it holds up well when soaked in the egg mixture and doesn’t get soggy. Make sure the bread is sliced 1 1/2 inches thick for the best texture.
- Don’t rush the soaking: Let the bread soak in the egg mixture long enough to absorb it. The longer it soaks, the richer and fluffier the French toast will be.
- Fry in batches: To get crispy, golden toast, don’t overcrowd the pan. Fry the bread in batches to ensure each slice gets evenly cooked and crispy.
- Control the heat: Make sure the pan is at the right temperature—medium-high heat is ideal for a crispy crust without burning the bread. If the oil gets too hot, lower the heat slightly.
- Serve immediately: Cuban Torrejas are best enjoyed fresh and warm. If you have to make them in advance, keep the cooked bread in a warm oven (275°F) until you’re ready to serve.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Cuban Torrejas cool down to room temperature first. Then, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freeze: If you want to freeze them, place the cooled Torrejas in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat: To reheat on the stove, melt a little butter in a pan over medium heat. Fry the Torrejas for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are heated through and crispy.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Potassium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 55g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 25g
- Protein: 6g
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Bobby Flay Cuban Torrejas with Guava-Maple Syrup and Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
Description
This Cuban-inspired French toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch treat! The soft, golden bread is topped with a creamy cream cheese whipped cream and sweet guava-maple syrup. It’s a delicious and impressive dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Whipped Cream:
Guava Maple Syrup:
Toast:
Instructions
- Make the cream cheese whipped cream: In a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese with vanilla until smooth. Add the cold whipping cream and whip until soft peaks form. Set aside.
- Make the guava maple syrup: Combine the maple syrup and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then take out the cinnamon stick. Put the syrup back on the heat, bring it to a simmer, and whisk in the guava marmalade. Serve warm.
- Make the toast: Preheat the oven to 275°F. Whisk together the milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and eggs in a shallow bowl until smooth. Place the bread slices in the bowl and pour the egg mixture over the bread. While the bread soaks, heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Fry the bread in batches until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Keep the cooked bread warm in the oven while you cook the rest of the bread.
- Serve: Spread cream cheese whipped cream on each piece of toast. Top with warm guava maple syrup and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
Notes
- Use thick, sturdy bread: Cuban or French bread works best because it holds up well when soaked in the egg mixture and doesn’t get soggy. Make sure the bread is sliced 1 1/2 inches thick for the best texture.
- Don’t rush the soaking: Let the bread soak in the egg mixture long enough to absorb it. The longer it soaks, the richer and fluffier the French toast will be.
- Fry in batches: To get crispy, golden toast, don’t overcrowd the pan. Fry the bread in batches to ensure each slice gets evenly cooked and crispy.
- Control the heat: Make sure the pan is at the right temperature—medium-high heat is ideal for a crispy crust without burning the bread. If the oil gets too hot, lower the heat slightly.
- Serve immediately: Cuban Torrejas are best enjoyed fresh and warm. If you have to make them in advance, keep the cooked bread in a warm oven (275°F) until you’re ready to serve.
Bobby Flay Cuban Torrejas with Guava-Maple Syrup and Cream Cheese Whipped Cream