Pineapple Upside Down French Toast 🍍🍒
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in a delightful twist on the classic French toast with this Pineapple Upside Down French Toast recipe! Perfect for celebratory mornings or simply when you’re craving something special, this recipe combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and cherries with the comforting goodness of French toast. Bursting with sweetness and a hint of warmth from cinnamon and vanilla, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Pineapple slices |
| 4 | Maraschino cherries |
| 1/2 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 1/3 cup | Milk |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 6-8 | Slices of bread |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Baking Dish: Take a rimmed 9×13-inch cookie sheet or baking dish and spray it with cooking spray. Alternatively, you can coat the pan with butter for added flavor.
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Arrange Pineapple: Evenly arrange the pineapple slices in the prepared baking dish.
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Add Cherries: Place half a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring for that classic pineapple upside-down cake look.
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Sprinkle Brown Sugar: Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the pineapple slices, adding a caramelized sweetness to each bite.
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Prepare Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Dip Bread Slices: Dip each slice of bread into the milk mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
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Layer Bread: Carefully place the coated bread slices onto the pineapple slices in the baking dish, creating a layer of bread on top of the pineapple.
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Pour Remaining Mixture: Pour any remaining milk mixture over the bread slices, allowing it to seep between the layers for extra flavor.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve: Once baked, remove the Pineapple Upside Down French Toast from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the tropical flavors and comforting warmth of this delightful dish!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 521.2
- Fat Content: 8.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 117.1mg
- Sodium Content: 671.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 97.5g
- Fiber Content: 4.9g
- Sugar Content: 39.4g
- Protein Content: 14.9g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by using your favorite type of bread, such as brioche or challah, for a richer flavor.
- For an extra decadent touch, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the toaster or microwave for a quick and delicious breakfast.
