Cuban French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa Recipe

Name: Cuban French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large loaf of Cuban bread, cut into 4 equal pieces crosswise; 6 eggs; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 quart whole milk; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon freshly ground canela (cinnamon); 1/4 cup diced kiwi; 1/4 cup diced mango; 1/4 papaya, diced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint; 1/2 cup orange juice; 4 teaspoons butter; Powdered sugar, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 large loaf of Cuban bread, cut into 4 equal pieces crosswise
6 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 quart whole milk
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon freshly ground canela (cinnamon)
1/4 cup diced kiwi
1/4 cup diced mango
1/4 papaya, diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped mint
1/2 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons butter
Powdered sugar, for garnish

1
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and milk.
2
Add the cloves, cardamom, and canela and place mixture in shallow pan.
3
In another bowl, combine kiwi, mango, papaya, mint, and orange juice and set aside.
4
Have a nonstick pan getting warm.
5
Soaking each piece of bread in egg mixture until bread has absorbed some of liquid, about 30 seconds.
6
Add 1 teaspoon of butter to the pan and cook bread on each side for 4 minutes until golden brown.
7
Repeat process for the remaining bread.
8
Serve on plate with tropical salsa on top and sprinkle powdered sugar on each.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large loaf of Cuban bread, cut into 4 equal pieces crosswise, 6 eggs, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 quart whole milk, and more.

Yes, Cuban French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cuban French Toast with Tropical Fruit Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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