Imagine waking up to a breakfast that feels like a luxurious Hawaiian vacation right in your own kitchen! This Pear Hawaiian French Toast is not just another breakfast recipe – it's a culinary escape that transforms ordinary morning meals into an extraordinary sensory experience. With the perfect balance of sweet, caramelized pears and classic French toast, this dish promises to elevate your breakfast game and make your mornings infinitely more delicious.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
- Slice the ripe pears into thin, even slices, ensuring they are not too thick to cook evenly.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter to coat the surface.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated but not soaked through.
- Place the egg-coated bread onto the heated skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- While the first side of French toast is cooking, arrange pear slices on top of the bread to caramelize during cooking.
- Carefully flip the French toast to cook the other side, allowing the pear slices to become slightly golden and tender.
- Remove from skillet and place on serving plates, repeating the process with remaining bread and egg mixture.
- Drizzle warm maple syrup over the French toast and garnish with additional pear slices if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the delightful Hawaiian-inspired breakfast.
Tips
- Choose Ripe Pears: Select pears that are ripe but still firm to ensure they caramelize beautifully without turning mushy during cooking.
- Bread Selection Matters: Use slightly stale or day-old bread for the best texture. Brioche or challah work exceptionally well and absorb the egg mixture perfectly.
- Don't Oversoak the Bread: Dip bread quickly in the egg mixture to prevent it from becoming too soggy. A quick coat is all you need for crispy edges.
- Medium Heat is Key: Cook your French toast on medium heat to achieve a golden-brown exterior without burning the bread or pears.
- Caramelization Technique: Arrange pear slices strategically on the bread while cooking to create beautiful caramelized patterns and enhance the flavor.
- Keep Warm: If cooking in batches, keep prepared French toast in a warm oven (200°F) to maintain temperature and crispiness while you finish cooking.
- Serving Suggestion: For an extra tropical touch, consider adding a sprinkle of toasted coconut or a dollop of whipped cream alongside the maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
