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Disney Tonga Toast

Disney Tonga Toast: A Hits-the-Spot Homemade Delight

This delightful Disney Tonga Toast replicates the magic of breakfast at the Polynesian Resort with its stuffed banana center and crispy cinnamon-sugar crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toast
  • 4 slices Bakery Style Bread Sourdough or challah recommended.
  • 2 Bananas Or nut butter for a non-fruit option.
For the Batter
  • 2 Eggs Swap with aquafaba for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Brown sugar can deepen flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
For Frying
  • 1 cup Canola Oil Vegetable oil is a suitable substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Pure vanilla extract recommended.
  • 1 cup Strawberries Can substitute with raspberries or blueberries.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare Strawberry Compote by simmering sliced strawberries, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Blend until smooth and set aside to cool.
  2. Cut bakery-style bread into 2-3 inch thick slices and hollow out a small section from the top of each piece.
  3. Fill the hollowed-out bread with thinly sliced bananas, press gently, and replace the top of the slice.
  4. Make the batter by whisking together eggs, whole milk, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined and frothy.
  5. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
  6. Dip the stuffed slices of bread into the batter and fry in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Remove the fried Tonga Toast from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and roll in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
  8. Serve the warm Tonga Toast with strawberry compote drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a perfect experience, serve the Tonga Toast immediately after preparation. You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze them for up to 2 months.

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